Cost analysis of a mobile medical unit programme in Andhra Pradesh: a microcosting study protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Offering primary healthcare through mobile medical units is an innovative way to reach the rural and the vulnerable population. With 292 mobile medical units, the Andhra Pradesh mobile medical unit (APMMU) programme is one of the largest health outreach programmes in rural India. However, India lacks reliable cost estimates for the health services delivered through mobile medical platforms. This study aims to estimate the unit cost of providing primary care services through mobile medical units in rural and tribal areas of Andhra Pradesh.

Method and analysis

Cost analysis of 12 mobile medical units will be undertaken. We will use the activity-based microcosting technique from the providers' perspective. A bottom-up approach will be used for cost estimation. Stan

SUBMITTER: Raikwar AA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7871218 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature