A Move Towards Standardized Healthcare

On November 6, 2019, a new Presidential Decree was issued, marking a significant change for Indonesia's national health scheme, JKN. This decree mandates the abolishment of the three existing classes within JKN and the implementation of a standardized hospital class system known as KRIS.

This shift aims to address the long-standing issue of cost-cutting and promoting equity within the universal health scheme. The current JKN system, covering nearly 270 million people (96.7% of the population), has faced challenges due to standardized medical treatments and medication, leading to deficits.

The new KRIS system, which all hospitals must adopt by June 30, 2025, will replace the existing three classes. While the specific details of KRIS are still pending technical regulations, President Joko Widodo has assured that there will be no increase in premiums for policyholders in 2024.

This move towards a standardized system is expected to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare for all Indonesians, regardless of their socioeconomic status. It signifies a crucial step towards achieving true universal health coverage and ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all.