Chris G. Sorongon
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Financial Medical Policy: Navigating The Intersection of Accounting, Economics, and Healthcare Chris G. Sorongon; Sheryl S. Divinagracia; Anik Yuesti; Dennis V. Madrigal; Ni Luh Nyoman Sherina Devi
Juara: Jurnal Riset Akuntansi Vol. 16 No. 1 (2026): Juara: Jurnal Riset Akuntansi
Publisher : Program Studi Akuntansi Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36733/juara.v16i1.13871

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Financial medical policy refers to the frameworks and regulations that govern funding, reimbursement, cost management, and financial accountability within healthcare systems. As healthcare costs continue to rise globally, it becomes essential to understand how financial policies, accounting information, budgeting practices, and resource allocation mechanisms influence access to care, quality of services, and overall health outcomes. This research explores the interplay between financial medical policies and healthcare delivery from an accounting-oriented perspective, particularly in relation to cost control, transparency, accountability, and performance-based financing. Using a qualitative literature-based approach, this study analyzes empirical studies, institutional reports, and selected international case examples to identify key issues and policy implications. The discussion highlights that financial reporting, management accounting practices, budgeting systems, and public sector accountability mechanisms can support more effective healthcare governance. The study also emphasizes the importance of value-based care, ethical financial decision-making, health equity, and financial literacy among healthcare providers. Furthermore, this paper proposes recommendations for improving financial medical policies to ensure equitable healthcare access, efficient resource allocation, and sustainable financial management.
ATTITUDE OF PHYSICIANS TOWARDS MEDICAL FINANCIAL DECISION-MAKING: NAVIGATING THE INTERSECTION OF ECONOMICS AND HEALTHCARE Chris G. Sorongon; Dennis V. Madrigal; Anik Yuesti
EMAS: Jurnal Ekonomi, Manajemen dan Bisnis Vol. 6 No. 8 (2025): EMAS
Publisher : Program Studi Manajemen Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar.

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36733/emas.v6i8.12337

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This paper explores the role of financial physicians (medical professionals with expertise in financial management) in integrating economic principles into clinical practice. As healthcare systems globally face pressures to contain costs while improving patient outcomes, financial physicians are pivotal in shaping sustainable medical decision-making. A mixed-methods approach, combining surveys and interviews with financial physicians from various specialties, was used to evaluate their attitudes towards financial and clinical decision-making. The study examines themes such as the importance of cost-efficiency, the ethical implications of financial constraints in patient care, and the balance between clinical judgment and economic realities. Preliminary findings show that while financial physicians recognize the necessity of economic considerations for healthcare sustainability, they express concerns about potential conflicts with clinical integrity and patient-centered care. The study reveals a dichotomy: financial physicians support informed decision-making that includes cost considerations but emphasize protecting patient welfare from economic biases. Additionally, the study identifies barriers such as resistance from traditional medical paradigms and lack of interdisciplinary collaboration. Recommendations include enhancing health economics training for medical professionals and fostering collaboration between financial and clinical teams. Ultimately, this research highlights the crucial role of financial physicians in navigating the complexities of medical decision-making, aiming to optimize healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes while ensuring system sustainability.