Targeting the poorest in a performance-based financing programme in northern Cameroon

In conclusion, a system of targeting the poorest of society in PBF programmes may help reduce inequalities in health care use, but only when design and implementation problems leading to substantial under-coverage are addressed. Furthermore, remaining barriers to health care use (e.g. transport) and negative reactions of other community members towards indigents deserve attention.

Source: Health Policy and Planning - June 20, 2016 Category: Health Management Authors: Flink, I. J., Ziebe, R., Vagaï, D., van de Looij, F., van 'T Riet, H., Houweling, T. A. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research