Abstract
Inroduction. Due to the fact that the reform of the healthcare system in Ukraine is in transition phase at the moment and, in addition, from April 1, 2020 changes are introduced at the second level of healthcare, it is advisable to describe the current state of medical reform in Ukraine, plans and prospects for further implementation and development, as well as the establishment of the features of various health financing systems and comparing the level of expenditures on the medical industry between countries, experience of which should be taken into account. Materials and Methods. The article uses the reports of the Ministry of Health of Ukraine and the analytical materials of medical experts. In addition, when analyzing various models of financing the health system and their features, quantitative indicators of expenditures of the countries surveyed are used. A comparison is made of the level of expenditures on the health care system between Ukraine and some European countries: Great Britain, the Czech Republic, Poland and Germany. Discussion. The main achievements of the first stage of the health care reform and plans for further changes are described. The strengths and weaknesses of each model of financing the health system are identified. It is proved that the level of government spending on the health care system in Ukraine is the smallest among the other countries examined, but one of the largest in terms of payments out of pocket. In addition, a model has been established for financing the health care system in Ukraine, which most fully meets it in modern conditions.
Highlights
In any country, choosing the best healthcare model is crucial to ensure a more efficient use of resources and to improve the quality and accessibility of care
It is proved that the level of government spending on the health care system in Ukraine is the smallest among the other countries examined, but one of the largest in terms of payments out of pocket
A model has been established for financing the health care system in Ukraine, which most fully meets it in modern conditions
Summary
In any country, choosing the best healthcare model is crucial to ensure a more efficient use of resources and to improve the quality and accessibility of care. The WHO and other international organizations single out the provision of financing as the main function of the healthcare system in any country in the world, because the absence of an effective model for providing the healthcare system with financial resources means that the state does not have leverage to manage it effectively and to improve the health of the population, that is the main goal of this system [1]. The aim of the article was to analyze the current state and reform the healthcare system of Ukraine based on the world-wide models of healthcare systems
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