With a budget deficit, Hong Kong needs to optimise healthcare spending

Source: SCMP

With a budget deficit, Hong Kong needs to optimise healthcare spending

Hong Kong should focus on strategic purchasing to boost primary healthcare to tackle the budget deficit in healthcare says a news report by the South China Morning Post.

The article advocates for a reimagining of healthcare financing in Hong Kong, emphasizing the importance of strategic purchasing to allocate resources effectively and boost primary healthcare. It suggests that rather than viewing healthcare as a financial burden, officials should focus on making thoughtful procurement decisions to optimize existing services and plans, particularly in light of budget constraints highlighted in the latest budget release.

Reference

Dicky Chow, Dorothy Yeung, With a budget deficit, Hong Kong needs to optimise healthcare spending, South China Morning Post

Published On

16 Mar 2024

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