Identifying the Dimensions and Components of the Application of the Government’s Performance Evaluation Model in Health Sector

There is an emphasis on the evaluation of government’s performance in health sector according to local and international criteria, based on accurate scientific evidence, and in the light of the modern model of governance. Such evaluation is carried out according to a variety of parameters and rational criteria, including responsiveness and transparency, throughout different time periods. Unfortunately, the current ranking of Iran's health in the international arena reflects the relative inefficiency of the government’s performance. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to identify the dimensions and components of the application of the Government’s Performance Evaluation Model in the health system. The present qualitative study adopted the systematic approach of Strauss and Corbin and employed the grounded theory strategy. To collect the data, unstructured interviews were carried out with 16 academic-professional organizations experts including custodians and experts in performance evaluation of government. 177 Concepts, 27 sub-codes and 6 main dimensions were identified, including Causal factors, mediators, core phenomenon, contextual factors, strategies, and consequences. The consequences of performance were identified, highlighting four categories, “integrated monitoring system of action and implementation”, “service quality improvement”, “structure and human resource downsizing”, and “fulfillment of national, regional, and international interests”. The proposed model, built upon a preventive policy-making approach, is designed to plan sustainable development with the aim of reducing trial-and-error-based decisions, optimizing the use of resources, and developing flexibility in implementation of the agents to improve a healthy lifestyle. The findings of this research will lead to an increase in the commitment and efficiency of employees, promote the effectiveness of the organization, and raise life quality, public welfare and increase in the age of life expectancy.