The government plans to support the transition through efficiency measures, including the digitalisation of medical records. Supporters say the reform could expand access to care and create a more unified healthcare system, while President Claudia Sheinbaum described it as a “historic step” for the country.

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The new system will replace a healthcare model often criticised as fragmented and unequal, with wealthier citizens relying on private insurance and lower-income patients using an overstretched public service. Supporters say the reforms could help expand access to care and reduce disparities in the healthcare system. Critics, however, have questioned whether the investment will be sufficient, noting Mexico’s relatively low healthcare spending compared with other OECD countries.