Authors : Prathapasinghe I. D.; Jayalath D.; Gajanayaka C.

Volume/Issue : Volume 11 - 2026, Issue 4 - April

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/26apr1030

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Abstract : Effective regulation of the private health sector is essential to ensure quality, safety, and accountability in service delivery. This study examines the registration status of private healthcare institutions in the Western Province for the years 2024 and 2025. Using administrative registration records, a descriptive analysis was conducted to assess the number, distribution, renewal patterns, and compliance levels of registered institutions across key service categories. Findings highlight trends in new registrations, renewals, and lapses in registration, providing insight into regulatory adherence and sector growth over the two-year period. The analysis also identifies gaps in compliance and areas requiring strengthened monitoring and enforcement. Overall, the results offer an evidence base to support policy planning, regulatory improvements, and strategic engagement with the private health sector to enhance governance and service quality.

Keywords : Private Health Services Regulatory Council (PHSRC); Director General of Health (DGHS); Provincial Director of Health Services (PDHS); Deputy Provincial Director of Health Services (DPDHS); Plan do Study Act (PDSA).

References :

1. Private Health Services Regulatory Council, Guidelines
2. Available at: https://www.phsrc.lk/ Accessed April 24, 2026
3. Enforcement of Private Medical Institutions (Registration) Act 21 of 2006 Available at: https://www.phsrc.lk/pages_e.php?id=3 Accessed April 24, 2026