Institutional aspects of innovative development of healthcare

The analysis of the experience of foreign countries in the institutionalization of healthcare system and its development is described in the article. The advantages and shortcomings of healthcare financing systems (state-managed, insurance and private) are shown. It is proved that the public healthcare system is characterized by greater efficiency compared to other systems, as it provides equal or greater health outcomes to the population at relatively lower cost. The social-insurance model with multi-channel financing system on the example of the Singapore, which currently is the leader of countries in the effectiveness of health systems, is reviewed. The factors contributing to the higher level of Singapore’s healthcare system development are identified. They are: a mixed funding system, strict control over the quality of medical services, priorities in science and technology, liberal tax policies, highly qualified personnel and up to date medical institutions equipment. The analysis of the development of the Russian healthcare system for 2006-2013 is provided. The institutional directions of Russian healthcare system improvement are defined.