As the Social Security Office (SSO) is proposing a plan for salaried workers and their employers to pay more to its scheme by raising the contribution cap of 750 baht a month to 1,000 baht, I thought it was time for me to claim the benefits that I have rarely used.
A few days ago, I tried the service at a private hospital. I didn't expect convenient, custom-made treatment. Nor did I expect to be treated as a third-class customer. Well, I got the latter reception. It made me feel like I was a destitute patient, or something close to that status.
I have contributed to the social security scheme for years but rarely bothered to use the service, thanks to a separate medical insurance package my employer provides.
