Utilization of social health security scheme among the households of Illam district, Nepal.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Nepal has implemented the social health security program in certain health facilities to improve access to quality health services. The aim of the study is to understand the utilization pattern of social health security schemes and community's perception of the social health security program.

Method

A descriptive cross-sectional mixed-method study was conducted among 300 households of Illam district who had enrolled in the social health security scheme. A multi-stage random sampling method was used. A semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect quantitative data whereas focus group discussions (FGDs) were conducted for qualitative data. Descriptive analysis, bivariate and multivariate analysis was done. FGDs were transcribed and thematic analysis was done.

SUBMITTER: Shah S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9089892 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature