The North Sumatra Provincial Health Agency (Dinkes Sumut) is aggressively expanding the coverage of the Free Health Check Program (CKG) to optimize the early detection of various potential diseases. By the end of 2026, the provincial government has set an ambitious target for 7.3 million people, or 46 percent of the total population, to access free health screening services.
Hery Valona Bonatua Ambarita, Head of the Public Health Division at Dinkes Sumut, revealed that this optimism is driven by the program's positive performance since its launch in early 2025. Throughout the previous year, North Sumatra managed to rank fourth nationally with a service coverage achievement of 22.56 percent.
As of June 2026, it is recorded that 3.2 million citizens have utilized these health examination facilities. Access to this service is now evenly distributed across 619 Puskesmas (community health centers) spread throughout all districts and cities in North Sumatra, making it easier for the public to reach the nearest healthcare facility.
The North Sumatra Provincial Government under the leadership of Governor Bobby Nasution continues to coordinate intensively with district/municipal local governments. This effort is focused on strengthening the role of Puskesmas as the front line in mapping public health risks through measured and sustainable screening.
Furthermore, this program is not just a routine checkup, but a vital instrument in the prevention of chronic diseases before they reach a more severe stage. With early detection, the effectiveness of medical treatment is expected to increase drastically for all segments of society.
In addition to strengthening the CKG program, Dinkes Sumut also remains committed to supporting the realization of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). This step is taken to ensure that all residents of North Sumatra not only gain access to examinations, but also to more comprehensive, equitable, and high-quality health services.
