Health Ministry Probes Data Accuracy in 'MooProm' App
Thailand's Health Ministry launched an urgent investigation into the 'MooProm' health app following allegations that health facilities falsified records to meet performance targets and budget claims. A task force led by the NHSO will comple
On July 30, 2024, Deputy Permanent Secretary of Public Health Dr. Ekachai Phieurseevachara announced that the Ministry of Public Health has established a joint task force with the National Health Security Office (NHSO) to urgently investigate allegations that the 'MooProm' health application contains inaccurate data. The investigation will focus on three key issues: health facilities falsifying records to meet national health database completeness standards, facilities falsifying data to meet performance indicators (KPI), and facilities falsifying records related to budget disbursement claims.
Dr. Ekachai stated that the Ministry values accurate, transparent, and reliable health data and emphasized that the application consolidates information from various health service providers. He assured the public that any errors will be corrected immediately without cover-ups or negligence. The working group, chaired by Deputy Permanent Secretary Dr. Sopon Iamsiritaworn and including representatives from the NHSO, is expected to complete its investigation within two weeks.
The Ministry confirmed that if the investigation finds intentional falsification, misuse of data, or corrupt practices, it will take disciplinary action and coordinate with relevant agencies accordingly. However, if the findings indicate only data errors or process mistakes, the Ministry will promptly correct the information and improve systems to prevent recurrence. Dr. Ekachai emphasized that the investigation will uphold principles of good governance, transparency, and fairness, and that public access to personal health data is an important accountability mechanism.
