Journal of Public Health Indonesian
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): MAY - JHH

Digital Transformation in Primary Healthcare Services: An Analysis of Telemedicine Effectiveness on Access and Quality of Public Health Services

Santri P, Yuni Vivi (Unknown)
Perangin-angin, Susi Amenta Beru (Unknown)
Agista, Nona Try (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
16 May 2026

Abstract

Digital transformation has fundamentally reshaped the delivery of primary healthcare services globally, with telemedicine emerging as a pivotal mechanism for expanding access and improving service quality. The COVID-19 pandemic served as a critical inflection point, accelerating telemedicine adoption across diverse healthcare systems. Objective: This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of telemedicine in enhancing access to and quality of primary healthcare services through a systematic review of existing literature. Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted using peer-reviewed articles published between 2021 and 2025. A total of 40 studies were identified and analyzed across dimensions of healthcare access, service quality, patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes, and implementation barriers. Results: Telemedicine significantly improved geographic access to care, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Clinical quality indicators were largely comparable to in-person care, with notable benefits in chronic disease management, follow-up care, and patient engagement. However, disparities persisted among elderly populations, low-income groups, and regions with limited digital infrastructure. Conclusion: Telemedicine represents an effective and scalable approach to primary healthcare transformation, though its equitable implementation requires targeted policy interventions addressing digital literacy, infrastructure, and regulatory frameworks

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JHH

Publisher

Subject

Health Professions Medicine & Pharmacology

Description

Journal of Public Health Indonesian: Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat is an international, peer-reviewed journal. It publishes original papers, reviews and short reports on all aspects of the science, philosophy, and practice of public health. It is aimed at all public health practitioners and ...