Analysis of Administrative Health Policies in Healthcare Organizations; تحلیل سیاستهای سلامت اداری در سازمانهای بهداشتی و درمانی Publisher



Ashrafi E ; Mosadeghrad AM ; Arab M
Source: Journal of Health Administration Published:2025

Abstract

Introduction: Administrative corruption is defined as the abuse of delegated organizational authority for personal gain. In Iran, the Administrative Health Promotion Act were formulated to strengthen governance ligimacy, improve efficiency, achieve organizational goals, and increase public satisfaction. This study aims to analyze administrative health policies within Iranian healthcare organizations. Methods: This qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews and document analysis. A total of 35 key informants involved in the formulation, implementation, or evaluation of administrative health policies were selected through purposive and snowball sampling and interviewed. Additionally, 13 relevant policy documents related to administrative health were identified and analyzed. The Mosaddeghrad Policy Analysis Model, consisting of four stages and ten steps, was applied. Data were analyzed using Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis approach. Results: Despite the significance of administrative health at the national governance level, the unclear definition of corruption, structural deficiencies, insufficient financial resources, inadequate stakeholder involvement, weak network governance, frequent managerial changes, absence of detailed implementation plans, and resistance from some mid-level managers have hindered the effective implementation of administrative health promotion policies. Strengthening stakeholder engagement, ensuring sustainable resources, enhancing intersectoral coordination, increasing transparency and public invovement, and reinforcing political will are essential for improving administrative health and combating corruption. Conclusion: Enhancing administrative health in healthcare organizations requires addressing key barriers and ensuring stakeholder engagement, coordination, and political will, alongside with clarity, transparency, and sustainable implementation to effectively combat corruption. © 2025 Elsevier B.V., All rights reserved.