A study on the development trend and related factors of medical institution bed allocation scale in OECD countries under the background of population aging
10.3969/j.issn.1674-2982.2025.02.006
- VernacularTitle:老龄化背景下OECD国家医疗机构床位配置规模发展趋势及相关因素研究
- Author:
Xin-yan LI
1
;
Yi-tong QIU
1
;
You-li HAN
1
Author Information
1. 首都医科大学公共卫生学院 北京 100069;首都卫生管理与政策研究基地 北京 100069
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Medical institution bed allocation;
Health resources;
OECD countries
- From:
Chinese Journal of Health Policy
2025;18(2):39-46
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective:To analyze the development trend of medical institution bed allocation in OECD countries and provide insights for optimizing bed resources allocation in China.Methods:Data on indicators of bed allocation and related factors from 1991 to 2022 were collected from the OECD online database.Bed allocation impact dimensions were identified based on health needs and demand theories.The random effect model and correlation analysis were used to explore influencing pathways of bed allocation.Results:The number of beds per 1 000 population and average life expectancy showed a significant positive correlation in countries below the average bed level,while an inverse trend was observed in countries above the average level.The number of long-term care beds per 1000 population showed positive correlation with average life expectancy.Multidimensional factors such as the disease spectrum and bed utilization efficiency were significant correlated with the bed allocation levels.The greater the gap in inpatient and outpatient reimbursement rations,the higher the demand for hospitalization among patients with chronic disease.Conclusions:An optimal number of beds is essential for achieving higher health outcomes.The bed classification planning system should be designed to adapt to demographic changes and strengthen the medical security support system.
