Andrianus Bilhot Sitanggang, Rifkarosita Putri Ginaris, Alfina Nurahman

Evaluation of Drug Planning and Procurement Using ABC–VEN Analysis at Mardi Waluyo Hospital Metro

Introduction

Evaluation of drug planning and procurement using abc–ven analysis at mardi waluyo hospital metro. Evaluate drug planning & procurement at Mardi Waluyo Hospital using ABC-VEN analysis. Optimize medicine availability, improve healthcare quality, and ensure service continuity through efficient drug management.

Abstract

The unguaranteed availability of medicines in hospitals can reduce the quality of healthcare services, hinder therapeutic processes, and increase the risk of adverse events for patients. Therefore, an effective medicine procurement planning strategy is needed to optimally meet clinical needs. This study aims to analyze drug procurement planning at the Pharmacy Installation of Mardi Waluyo Hospital Metro using the ABC-VEN method. The analysis was conducted on 453 drug items planned by the hospital. The results showed that the main category (U) dominated with 245 items (54.08%), the priority category (P) consisted of 137 items (30.24%), and the additional category (T) consisted of 71 items (15.68%). Medicines with the highest usage values were in group A, indicating the need for strict monitoring to prevent stockouts. However, groups B and C drugs also require attention since some are vital medicines despite their relatively low usage levels. These findings highlight the importance of applying the ABC-VEN method to support efficiency in drug management while ensuring continuity of hospital services.

Review

This study addresses a critical aspect of healthcare management: ensuring consistent drug availability to uphold service quality and prevent adverse patient outcomes. By employing the well-established ABC-VEN method, the authors aimed to analyze drug procurement planning at Mardi Waluyo Hospital Metro. This approach is highly relevant for optimizing resource allocation in hospital pharmacies, particularly in settings where efficient inventory management directly impacts patient care. The scope of analyzing 453 drug items provides a substantial dataset for drawing meaningful conclusions regarding their categorization and subsequent management strategies. The analysis effectively categorized drugs, revealing that the "main" (U) category comprised the majority of items (54.08%), followed by "priority" (P) at 30.24%, and "additional" (T) at 15.68%. Furthermore, the ABC grouping, based on usage value, highlighted group A drugs as requiring stringent monitoring to mitigate stockout risks, which is a standard but vital finding for operational planning. Importantly, the study correctly emphasizes that groups B and C, despite lower usage, still contain vital medicines demanding careful attention. This nuanced perspective on inventory management is crucial, moving beyond mere financial value to incorporate clinical criticality, thereby underscoring the strength of the combined ABC-VEN methodology. Overall, this paper offers valuable insights into the practical application of the ABC-VEN method for enhancing drug procurement planning and efficiency within a hospital setting. The findings reinforce the method's utility in guiding resource allocation and risk management in pharmacy installations. The study's conclusions underscore the necessity of a systematic approach to drug management to ensure service continuity and patient safety. Future research could build upon these findings by investigating the impact of implementing these recommendations on actual stockout rates, cost savings, and ultimately, patient outcomes, thereby demonstrating the direct benefits of such analytical frameworks.

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