Undertaking Evaluation of Supply Side Factors Influencing the Performance of AB-PMJAY

ACTIVE YEARS
Completed

Collaborators

DONORS
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF)
PARTNERS
National Health Authority

Evaluating Supply-Side Factors in AB-PMJAY Performance

The study aims to evaluate the supply-side factors influencing the performance of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) in different states and Union Territories of India. The overarching goal of AB-PMJAY, launched in 2018, is to achieve Universal Health Coverage by providing quality healthcare and financial protection to the bottom 40% of the population. The study focuses on assessing the operational and institutional factors that impact the performance of the provider network and the uptake of quality accreditation systems in empanelled hospitals.

Program Objectives

Evaluating provider networks and hospital readiness through data analysis and in-depth surveys.

Phase 1 – Landscape Analysis:

  1. Conducted secondary data analysis, focusing on the characteristics of the provider network.
  2. Identified empaneled hospitals for inclusion in the electronic tool.

Phase 2 – Facility Survey and Interviews:

  1. Carried out a cross-sectional survey across hospitals.
  2. Utilized a hospital observation checklist to evaluate patient readiness.
  3. Conducted semi-structured interviews with hospital administrators and key stakeholders to gather deeper insights.

Workstreams

Public Health Focus Areas

Key Methodology

Qualitative Research

The project uses a phased approach, including landscape analysis, facility surveys, and semi-structured interviews.

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