Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012)

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Mobile Payment Systems in Healthcare Financing: An Urban Tanzanian Perspective on Efficacy and Utilization Patterns

Simba Mwinyi, Ardhi University, Dar es Salaam Kawika Nkatha, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), Dar es Salaam
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18944784
Published: January 11, 2012

Abstract

Mobile payment systems are increasingly being integrated into healthcare financing models across various regions. In Tanzania’s urban centers, these systems represent a novel approach to managing healthcare costs and ensuring timely access to medical services. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining qualitative interviews with quantitative data analysis. The sample included a stratified random selection of healthcare providers and patients from eight major urban centers across Tanzania. Mobile payments were found to reduce transaction times by an average of 25% compared to traditional cash transactions, with a confidence interval of (18%, 34%). The integration of mobile payment systems in healthcare financing models demonstrates significant potential for enhancing financial efficiency and accessibility. Healthcare providers are encouraged to adopt these systems to facilitate faster payments and reduce operational costs. Public health authorities should also consider implementing supportive policies to promote their widespread adoption. Treatment effect was estimated with $\text{logit}(p_i)=\beta_0+\beta^\top X_i$, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.

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Simba Mwinyi, Kawika Nkatha (2012). Mobile Payment Systems in Healthcare Financing: An Urban Tanzanian Perspective on Efficacy and Utilization Patterns. African Physiotherapy Research (Clinical), Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18944784

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Geographic Terms: African Sub-Saharan Methodological Terms: Qualitative Research Quantitative Analysis Theoretical Concepts: Healthcare Economics Payment Systems Relevant Academic African Healthcare Financing Mobile Payment Systems Urban Health Economics Utilization Patterns Economic Impact Studies

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