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Cost analysis as a management tool for improving the efficiency of primary care: some examples from Java.

P Berman

    The International Journal of Health Planning and Management
    |June 9, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Limited budgets in developing countries necessitate improved health program efficiency. Cost analysis identifies inefficiencies in staffing, personnel, and drug management, guiding managers to enhance productivity and care quality in rural Indonesian health centers.

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    Area of Science:

    • Health economics
    • Public health management
    • Healthcare systems in developing countries

    Background:

    • Developing countries' health programs face budget constraints.
    • Improving efficiency is crucial for maximizing service delivery with limited resources.
    • Effective management and program design can enhance health system performance.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To identify sources of inefficiency in health units.
    • To provide guidance for improving cost-efficiency and productivity.
    • To demonstrate the impact of management practices on healthcare outcomes.

    Main Methods:

    • Cost analysis of individual health units.
    • Examination of health centers and sub-centers in rural Java, Indonesia.

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  • Analysis of staffing patterns, personnel management, and drug management.

    • Main Results:

    • Inefficiencies were identified in staffing, personnel, and drug management.
    • These inefficiencies significantly affect the cost-efficiency of health services.
    • Targeted improvements can lead to substantial gains in productivity.

    Conclusions:

    • Routine cost data analysis can pinpoint areas for efficiency improvements.
    • Management incentives based on cost data can drive better performance.
    • Enhancing efficiency in resource-limited settings improves both healthcare output and quality of care.