The Transformation Tracker

  At HSTP, our Health Assurance approach primarily centres around advancing Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The goal is to improve accessibility and affordability to healthcare services by strengthening state financial protection schemes for individuals and families. Recently, the Health Assurance team has made significant strides in our efforts to promote equity and improve the efficiency of the state health protection schemes. The team spearheads the discussion on the roadmap towards achieving UHC by 2030. Our efforts have yielded notable results, and we continue to pursue better healthcare outcomes for all. Impact of Gender Equity in State Financial Protection Scheme in Odisha We collaborated with the Government of Odisha, represented by the Department of Health & Family Welfare (DoHFW) and the State Health Assurance Society (SHAS), to document Odisha's transformative journey towards universal health and gender equity. This initiative is a collective effort of a team ...

At the Health Systems Transformation Platform (HSTP), 2023 has been a year of overcoming roadblocks, reaching milestones, strengthening our partnerships with the states of Odisha and Meghalaya, foraying into the state of Chhattisgarh, and continuing our work in the cities of Mysuru and Bhopal . Here’s looking back at the year that was. Strengthening Public Health Systems in Odisha In strengthening the public health system in the state, HSTP worked closely with the Government of Odisha on various strategic initiatives in 2023. One of the pivotal contributions was the development of the Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY) Claim Adjudication Manual , in collaboration with the State Health Assurance Society and the Department of Health and Family Welfare. This manual is aimed at facilitating an efficient and transparent claim adjudication process, crucial for the effective allocation of resources, reducing the risk of inappropriate payments, and ensuring the financial stability of the heal...

Significant Achievements in Our Partnership with the State As a strategic partner to the Government of Meghalaya for strengthening its health system, HSTP conducts research and shares evidence-based recommendations to bridge gaps and enhance public health services. This month, a draft policy for Specialist and Public Health Cadres developed based on a comprehensive assessment by HSTP has been opened for public input. Additionally, the state-wide rollout of Internal Performance Agreements where HSTP provides technical assistance to the Department of Health, has marked a significant stride toward a more robust healthcare system.  HSTP’s support areas in the state of Meghalaya include health financing, resource planning for health, Human Resources for Health (HRH), and digital health. The team undertakes research to facilitate evidence-based decision-making in policy and program implementation. The goal is to address current gaps within the health system, enhance the delivery of publi...