The Readiness of Implementation of Universal Health Coverage Program in Soppeng Regency: A Qualitative Study

Abstract

Objective: This study aims to determine the readiness to implement the Universal Health Coverage program in Soppeng Regency in 2023. Theoritical Framework : This research was chosen based on theoretical views (George C. Edwards III, 1980) where the supporting variables in policy implementation that influence the success or failure of policy implementation are divided into four parts that mutually support each other, including communication, resources, attitudes and structure bureaucracy. Method: The type of research used in this research is descriptive qualitative research with in-depth interviews using questionnaires and documentation. The research was conducted in July-August 2023 in Soppeng Regency. The number of samples used were 10 informants who were taken using a purposive sampling technique. Results and Conclusion: The results of this study indicate that communication, the implementation of the Universal Health Coverage program in Soppeng Regency has been going well, the delivery of information from BPJS Kesehatan to the Regional Government has been conveyed clearly and consistently. Resources, the implementation of the Universal Health Coverage program in Soppeng Regency, in terms of the quantity of human resources, both policy makers and program implementer, are considered good and competent, accompanied by supporting facilities. The attitude/disposition, commitment and support of BPJS Kesehatan, Regional Government, related OPD to village government in implementing the Universal Health Coverage program in Soppeng Regency are considered quite good. The bureaucratic structure, the implementation of the Universal Health Coverage program has been going quite well where the mechanism for implementing the JKN-KIS program, in this case BPJS Kesehatan, with the coordination of the Health Office, has made every effort to provide the best service to the community and provide financial protection. Implications of the Research: The implementation of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in Soppeng Regency aims to ensure that everyone, everywhere can get quality health services without causing financial problems due to the disease they suffer from.