Hidden cost of hospital-based delivery and associated factors among postpartum women attending public hospitals in Gamo zone, southern Ethiopia

Hidden cost of hospital-based delivery and associated factors among postpartum women attending public hospitals in Gamo zone, southern Ethiopia

Abstract Background Since 2005, the healthcare system in Ethiopia has implemented policies to promote the provision of free maternal healthcare services. The primary goal of these policies is to enhance the accessibility of maternity care for women from various socioeconomic backgrounds. Additionall...

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Main Authors: Menen Tilahun Chewaka, Gistane Ayele, Godana Yaya Tessema, Dagne Deresa Dinagde, Hana Tadesse Afework, Bezalem Mekonen Biwota, Habtamu Wana Wada
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-04-01
Series:BMC Health Services Research
Subjects:
Hidden costs
Hospital costs
Hospital -based delivery
Ethiopia
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-024-10927-y

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-024-10927-y

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