This is the first in a series of briefs examining practical
considerations in the design and implementation of a
strategic purchasing pilot project among private general
practitioners (GPs) in Myanmar. This pilot will start
developing the important functions of, and provide
valuable lessons around, contracting of health providers
and purchasing that will contribute to the broader health
financing agenda. More specifically, it is introducing a
blended payment system that mixes capitation payments
and performance based incentives to reduce
households’ out-of-pocket spending and to incentivize
providers to deliver an essential package of primary care
services.