The Effectiveness of Health Personnel in The Application of Law Number 17 Of 2023 Concerning Health According to The Perspective of Health Law

Abstract

Law Number 17 of 2023 concerning Health marks an important step in reforming the health system in Indonesia. This law aims to strengthen the national health system by establishing clear guidelines for health workers, as well as providing them with legal protection. This law integrates various aspects of health, including primary health services, referral services, use of health technology, and funding, under one more comprehensive legal umbrella. Although it is hoped that it will improve the quality of health services and increase protection for medical and health personnel, its implementation raises various responses. Some health workers welcomed this new regulation, but there were also those who criticized several provisions which were considered still ambiguous and open to different interpretations. Significant issues that arise include opening up opportunities for foreign health workers and changing the status of Registration Certificates (STR), which are valid for life. The successful implementation of this law is very dependent on the adaptation and acceptance of health workers to the new regulations. Therefore, collaboration is needed between the government, professional organizations and health workers to ensure this law can be implemented effectively and fairly. In addition, further revisions and clarifications are needed for articles that are still controversial, in order to avoid uncertainty and increase clarity in the implementation of the duties of health workers in Indonesia.