The North Central Timor (TTU) Regency Government continues to expand the reach of public health services through the effectiveness of the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Program. Now, all TTU residents requiring medical treatment can access free healthcare services at the Kefamenanu Regional General Hospital (RSUD) simply by presenting their Identity Card (KTP) or Family Card (KK) containing an active National Identification Number (NIK).
The Director of Kefamenanu RSUD, Dr. Adrianus Antonius Berkanis Abi, revealed that the trend in patient visits continues to show positive growth, reaching around 30,000 patients annually. Nonetheless, the hospital is striving to balance the dominance of outpatient care by optimizing inpatient facilities through the reinforcement of a tiered referral system.
This optimization step is carried out through intensive synergy with 24 community health centers (puskesmas) under the auspices of the TTU Regency Health Office. In accordance with the directives of the Regent of TTU, puskesmas are urged to refer patients requiring further treatment to Kefamenanu RSUD as a regional government-owned healthcare facility. In addition to maximizing public services, this integration is expected to boost Regional Original Income (PAD) to support regional development.
Under the UHC scheme, the BPJS Kesehatan (National Health Insurance) membership of residents bringing a valid KTP or KK will be immediately and automatically activated on-site. Meanwhile, for residents who do not yet have an NIK, such as newborns, Kefamenanu RSUD will still provide medical care while coordinating with the TTU Population and Civil Registration Office (Dukcapil) to expedite document issuance.
The management of Kefamenanu RSUD urges the public to constantly update and complete their civil registration documents at the Dukcapil Office. Complete administration is key to easy access to comprehensive health protection without cost barriers, provided by the regional government.
