Health Service Disparities: Repressive Problems and Solutions

Introduction: The vast territory of the Republic of Indonesia and the difficulty of access to several areas in Indonesia cause disparities in health services in Indonesia. The provision of proper health services is an obligation of the Government of Indonesia, as stated in the Constitution. However, the government has not fully implemented this obligation with the proven number of fewer health facilities outside Java and Bali. During the Covid-19 pandemic, the disparity in health services is increasingly visible. The occurrence of disparities in health services does not make the government silent. The Government of Indonesia is still trying to improve this disparity in health services in collaboration with other parties. Cooperation with the private sector has resulted in several online Health consulting application technologies. The Indonesian people also take advantage of these facilities, especially during the current pandemic, to reduce hospital queues.Methods: This research is normative research by conducting a study of the legal problems contained in the implementation of health services.Results: Disparities in health services can be overcome with today's advanced technology to make it easier for people to obtain good and professional health services. Disparities in health services can be eliminated if all parties can work together, the Central Government, Private Parties, Health Workers, and the General Public. One of the repressive efforts is the provision of several floating hospitals, and the infrastucture of emergency health and advice in remote areas in Indonesia. For preventive efforts, the Government can provide an additional incentive to health workers who are willing to be placed in remote areas. In addition, the use of technology in remote areas must also be increased so that an alternative health service using telemedicine can be carried out. Conclusions: Disparities in health services can be reduced when the government can work together with the private sector in managing a good internet system.