Indonesian Health Law a Study of The Development and Implementation of Law of The Republic of Indonesia Number 17 Of 2023 Concerning Health

Abstract

Health law in Indonesia has undergone significant transformation in facing the dynamics of community needs and global challenges. As a country committed to improving the health of its citizens, Indonesia has implemented various regulations covering aspects of health services, management of medical personnel, medical education, and disease control. However, the sectoral approach in previous regulations often
resulted in overlapping authorities, different legal interpretations, and challenges in policy implementation. To address the need for legal harmonization in the health sector, the government has enacted Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 17 of 2023 concerning Health (hereinafter referred to as the Health Law) as a new foundation in the development of national health law. This study discusses how the implementation of Law Number 17 of 2023 concerning Health can strengthen the harmonization of the health legal system in Indonesia in overcoming overlapping regulations and improving the quality of national health services. This study was conducted using a normative legal approach method. This research has a conclusion that although the 2023 Health Law has great potential in strengthening the harmonization of the health legal system and improving the quality of services, its implementation is not free from challenges. Some of the main challenges include: Infrastructure and Human Resource Limitations: Many health facilities, especially in remote areas, still face limitations in infrastructure and adequate medical personnel to support the implementation of digital technology and health information systems; Resistance to Change: Some health workers and health institutions may show resistance to the changes stipulated in the 2023 Health Law, especially if they are not given adequate training or socialization; Inter- agency Coordination: Harmonization of regulations requires close coordination between various government agencies, such as the Ministry of Health, BPJS Kesehatan, and local governments. Lack of coordination can hamper the implementation of regulations. The author's suggestion in this study is that this law can create the harmonization needed to improve efficiency, transparency, and quality of health services. However, the success of implementing this law depends on the ability of the government, health institutions, and the community to overcome existing challenges. With the right implementation strategy, the 2023 Health Law can be a solid foundation
for a more equitable and quality national health system.