Factors Influencing State Management of Healthcare Financing in Northern Vietnam's Public Hospitals

Authors

  • Nga Phuong Nguyen PhD Student, Thuongmai University, Hanoi Vietnam Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31305/trjtm2024.v04.n04.001

Keywords:

Healthcare financing, public hospitals, Vietnam, financial management, patient satisfaction

Abstract

Healthcare plays a crucial role in enhancing the well-being of people across all social strata. In Vietnam, public hospitals are vital institutions under state supervision, responsible for providing medical care and improving the quality of life. Recent reforms in healthcare financing, including policies promoting autonomy and socialization in public hospitals, have significantly improved service quality and operational efficiency. However, challenges such as inefficiencies in financial management and slow adaptation to new mechanisms persist, affecting the overall effectiveness of healthcare administration. This study explores key factors influencing the state management of healthcare financing in public hospitals in Northern Vietnam, focusing on their implications for operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. The findings aim to inform actionable policy recommendations for enhancing healthcare quality and sustainability.

Author Biography

  • Nga Phuong Nguyen, PhD Student, Thuongmai University, Hanoi Vietnam

    Nga Nguyen Phuong graduated with a degree in Business Administration from Hanoi University of Business and Technology. She has a strong academic focus on finance, auditing, and economics. Currently, she works in the field of project management and has conducted extensive research on healthcare financial management in the public sector. Her research has been published in international journals such as the Journal of Contemporary Issues in Business and Government and the Journal of Organizational Behavior Research, as well as various economic journals in Vietnam. Nga Nguyen Phuong current research concentrates on public administration with a particular focus on healthcare finance. Through her work, she strives to contribute to the improvement of financial management practices and policies in the healthcare sector.

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Published

2024-12-31

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Vol. 4 No. 4 (2024): TRJTM

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Nguyen, N. P. (2024). Factors Influencing State Management of Healthcare Financing in Northern Vietnam’s Public Hospitals. TECHNO REVIEW Journal of Technology and Management , 4(4), 01-08. https://doi.org/10.31305/trjtm2024.v04.n04.001