Ivonne Ruiz Barquero

Ivonne Ruiz Barquero is the Director of Special Coverages at the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS). In her role, she focuses on expanding access to health insurance for marginalized groups, including those living in poverty or extreme poverty. Ruiz has been actively involved in initiatives to improve public awareness about the available healthcare options and the special conditions that facilitate access to medical services. Her work aims to dismantle barriers of misinformation that prevent individuals from seeking the coverage they need, ensuring that all citizens can benefit from Costa Rica's robust healthcare system.