Impact of Health Insurance on Healthcare Demand in Indonesia
Author Information
Author(s): Hidayat Budi
Primary Institution: Department of Health Policy and Administration, Faculty of Public Health, University of Indonesia
Hypothesis
Are there differences between unconditional and conditional demand estimates?
Conclusion
Health insurance significantly improves access to healthcare services, especially for low-income individuals.
Supporting Evidence
- Health insurance programs significantly improve access to healthcare services.
- Conditional estimates yield lower demand effects for health insurance than unconditional ones.
- The effects of health insurance are more pronounced among low-income groups.
Takeaway
This study shows that having health insurance helps people get medical care, especially those who don't have much money.
Methodology
The study used multinomial logit regression to model healthcare demand based on unconditional and conditional samples.
Potential Biases
Potential biases from self-reported health status and underreporting of illness incidence.
Limitations
The study may not account for all factors influencing healthcare demand, and the results may not be generalizable beyond Indonesia.
Participant Demographics
Participants included individuals from various income levels in Indonesia, with a focus on those with health insurance.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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