JUSTICES: Journal of Law
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Progressive and Critical Law Review

Empowering Local Health Systems through Digital Financial Inclusion: A Qualitative Study of North Sumatra’s Community Clinics

Marah, Thomas Sheku (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Mar 2026

Abstract

The research examines how digital financial inclusion strengthens local health systems in North Sumatra through its effects on community health clinic accessibility, and operational efficiency, and sustainability of puskesmas and independent clinics. A qualitative research method enables this study to explore financial innovation effects on healthcare delivery through interviews and field observations with health administrators, and local fintech actors, and OJK-affiliated institutions. The research will identify how mobile payment systems and microfinancing, and digital banking platforms operate to maintain business operations and support healthcare funding at the community level. The research identifies three main barriers to financial innovation in healthcare which include digital literacy issues and regulatory challenges. Inadequate infrastructure while suggesting practical solutions for OJK and regional governments to enhance financial innovation in healthcare. The paper supports Indonesia's Sustainable Development Vision 2045 by presenting policy discussions which unite financial access with regional health system development.

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Journal Info

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i

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Subject

Religion Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

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JUSTICES: Journal of Law is a peer-reviewed journal published by Perkumpulan Dosen Fakultas Agama Islam Indramayu. The journal is aimed at spreading the research results conducted by academicians, researchers, and practitioners in the field of lawin both theory and practice. In particular, papers ...