Table 6 Examples of health system hierarchical levels to be considered in the framework
Health system level | Description |
|---|---|
Government authorities, regulators, administrative authorities, policymakers | Central government, legislators, regions, counties, districts, local authorities, etc. |
Payers | Health insurance, health funds, social security, government authorities |
Suppliers | Pharma companies, manufacturers of medical devices and medical supplies, labs, etc. |
Healthcare organisations | GP practice, healthcare organisation, ambulatory, hospital, pharmacy, nursing homes |
Individual healthcare providers | Independent physiotherapists, independent dentists, GPs, clinicians, specialists, nurses, support staff, etc. |
Individuals/citizens/patients | Including individual patients and their relatives, friends, social networks, other patients and their families |