Enhancing Taiwan's healthcare sustainability: A Delphi study on national medicines policy reforms

被引:2
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作者
Huang, Chih-Fen [1 ,2 ]
Chen, Kuan-Lin [1 ]
Lin, Fang-Ju [1 ,2 ,3 ]
Wang, Chi-Chuan [1 ,2 ,3 ]
Gau, Churn-Shiouh [2 ,3 ]
Shen, Li-Jiuan [1 ,2 ,3 ]
机构
[1] Natl Taiwan Univ Hosp, Dept Pharm, Taipei, Taiwan
[2] Natl Taiwan Univ, Coll Med, Sch Pharm, Taipei, Taiwan
[3] Natl Taiwan Univ, Coll Med, Grad Inst Clin Pharm, Taipei, Taiwan
关键词
Delphi technique; Healthcare sustainability; Policy improvement; Taiwan; National health insurance; National medicines policy; PROVIDER BEHAVIOR; REIMBURSEMENT; PAYMENT; IMPACT;
D O I
10.1016/j.jfma.2024.08.018
中图分类号
R5 [内科学];
学科分类号
1002 ; 100201 ;
摘要
Background/purpose: The National Medicines Policy (NMP) is crucial as it sets the framework for ensuring access to affordable, high-quality medicines and promoting their rational use, which is essential for public health and the efficiency of the healthcare system. This study aims to evaluate the current state of Taiwan's NMP, identify pressing issues for improvement, and establish actionable suggestions through expert consensus to ensure the sustainable provision and use of medications. Methods: A modified two-round Delphi technique was employed. The first-round survey identified key issues and suggestions for policy improvement, while the second-round survey evaluated the feasibility and effectiveness of these suggestions. The expert panel, consisting of 50 specialists from pharmacy, medicine, public health, and the pharmaceutical industry, evaluated key issues related to the NMP's efficacy using a 4-point Likert scale. Results: The first-round survey identified 13 key issues in Taiwan's NMP, primarily focusing on the rational use and accessibility of medications. The second-round survey proposed 54 policy improvement suggestions for these issues, of which 20 were considered strong suggestions and 23 were moderate suggestions. The policy recommendations cover medication reimbursement, pharmacy professional services, administration, legislation, and education. Conclusion: The study highlights the urgent need for reforms in Taiwan's NMP, providing specific policy improvement suggestions to ensure high-quality medications and pharmaceutical services while supporting the sustainable operation of Taiwan's NHI system. The study underscores the significance of proactive measures to fortify healthcare sustainability in the face of evolving healthcare landscapes.
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页码:S169 / S179
页数:11
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