National Health Insurance Program provides essential coverage in Sorong

Rudy Guntoro, a 61-year-old retiree in Sorong, Southwest Papua, has utilized the National Health Insurance (JKN) program since its early stages, prior to its current branding as BPJS Kesehatan. Currently registered under the Contribution Assistance Recipient (PBI) segment, Guntoro has relied on the program to manage chronic conditions, including heart disease and blood sugar issues.

To manage his ongoing health needs, Guntoro participates in the Chronic Disease Management Program (Prolanis) in Sorong. He also noted the program's utility during emergency situations, such as when his child required urgent care in the emergency department for dengue fever.