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Comparative Healthcare Models in Thailand, Japan and China: Policy Foundations, System Design and Lessons for Wellness Management |
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| Creator | Pongsak Lertrudeewattanavong |
| Title | Comparative Healthcare Models in Thailand, Japan and China: Policy Foundations, System Design and Lessons for Wellness Management |
| Contributor | Weichao Jia, Adisak Chienwittayakhun, Kitikorn Dowpiset |
| Publisher | GSBATM-Assumption University Press |
| Publication Year | 2569 |
| Journal Title | International Research E-Journal on Business and Economics |
| Journal Vol. | 9 |
| Journal No. | 2 |
| Page no. | 90-108 |
| Keyword | Universal Health Coverage, Healthcare Management, Wellness Management, Health Policy, Digital Health Transformation, Comparative Healthcare Systems |
| URL Website | https://assumptionjournal.au.edu/index.php/aumitjournal |
| Website title | International Research E-Journal on Business and Economics (Creative Technology Management) |
| ISSN | 2773-9406 |
| Abstract | Healthcare systems are essential for improving population well-being, economic stability, and social equity. Variations in financing mechanisms, governance structures, policy design, and digital transformation strategies significantly influence healthcare accessibility, quality, efficiency, and sustainability. This study presents a comparative literature review of healthcare systems in Thailand, Japan, and China through the perspectives of health systems theory, health economics, and wellness management. The analysis explores how these countries address common challenges, including universal health coverage (UHC), population ageing, chronic disease burdens, rising healthcare costs, and the growing demand for prevention-oriented and technology-enabled care.rnThe findings indicate that all three countries have achieved broad health coverage through different institutional models. Thailand?s tax-funded UHC system emphasizes equity and primary healthcare but faces challenges related to service accessibility and long-term financial sustainability. Japan?s statutory social health insurance system provides universal coverage, regulated pricing, and extensive provider choice, although demographic ageing and increasing long-term care needs place-growing pressure on healthcare resources. China has expanded near-universal insurance coverage through extensive healthcare reforms and the Healthy China 2030 strategy, promoting prevention, digital health, and multisector governance, while regional disparities remain significant. The comparative analysis demonstrates that universal coverage alone is insufficient to ensure effective healthcare performance. Sustainable health systems require strong financing arrangements, regulatory capacity, primary care development, innovation, and digital integration. The study highlights the importance of prevention-oriented policies, integrated care models, and effective governance in achieving equitable, resilient, and sustainable healthcare outcomes. |
