Efficiency of local government expenditure in health sector

Authors

  • Widya Sylviana Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Airlangga
  • Suyanto Suyanto Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Surabaya

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53088/jerps.v4i3.1174

Keywords:

Decentralization, Efficiency, Government Expenditure, Health

Abstract

This study evaluates the efficiency of local government expenditures in the health sector, crucial for growth and productivity. Using Data Envelopment Analysis, it examines pre- and post-decentralization periods. Before decentralization, only Makassar (Sulawesi) and Gianyar (Bali and Nusa Tenggara) achieved full efficiency. Post-decentralization, Bengkalis, Kota Pematang Siantar, and Simalungun (Sumatera) reached efficiency. Findings reveal that Papua’s regions have the lowest efficiency scores, while Sulawesi’s are the highest. Papua averages 0.80, below the national average of 0.90, whereas Sulawesi scores 0.93. Overall, efficiency improved post-decentralization. The study highlights the need for government efforts to enhance health expenditure efficiency both before and after fiscal decentralization to achieve optimal results.

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Published

2024-11-12

How to Cite

Sylviana, W., & Suyanto, S. (2024). Efficiency of local government expenditure in health sector. Journal of Economics Research and Policy Studies, 4(3), 418–445. https://doi.org/10.53088/jerps.v4i3.1174