Публични разходи и здравни резултати в България: моментна картина
A Snapshot of Public Spending and Health Outcomes in Bulgaria

Author(s): Diyan Ganev
Subject(s): Politics / Political Sciences, Politics, Economy, Business Economy / Management, Governance, Economic policy, Welfare systems, Public Finances, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Университет за национално и световно стопанство (УНСС)
Keywords: public spending on health; health system efficiency; staff shortages, preventable mortality; health outcomes; Bulgaria
Summary/Abstract: The effectiveness and efficiency of public spending on health in the Republic of Bulgaria is crucial to ensuring sustainable, accessible and quality healthcare. Achieving a balance between inputs and health outcomes remains a key challenge in resource-constrained settings. This study analyses trends in public spending on health and their distribution in relation to the health needs of the population and specific demographic and economic conditions. Particular attention is paid to the staffing deficit and the uneven distribution of health professionals, which limits access to quality health services, especially in remote and sparsely populated regions. The impact of these factors on the performance of the health system is reflected in difficulties in providing timely and effective medical care, which in turn exacerbates overall morbidity and leads to significant socio-economic costs. This study aims to assess the extent to which public spending on health in Bulgaria correlates with health outcomes over the period 2014-2023.

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