Decrease in Outpatient Numbers and Excessive Spending at OCYPP
September 17, 2024
The report by the Audit Office highlights a significant decrease in the number of outpatient patients in public hospitals, as many have turned to the private sector following the implementation of GHS. While this decrease was somewhat expected, there are concerns about the management of resources and the overtime pay for doctors, which exceeds their annual salaries. Despite the drop in outpatient numbers, inpatient figures showed some fluctuations, with stable outcomes in 2022 and 2023. The Auditor General urges OCYPP to improve compliance and resource management.