RSPPN Hospital in South Jakarta Offers Free Medical Aid to Journalists

In a significant move to support press freedom and public service, Indonesia’s Minister of Defense, Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, announced that all journalists are now entitled to receive free medical treatment at the State Defense Central Hospital (RSPPN) Panglima Besar Soedirman in South Jakarta.

“All media professionals seeking treatment here will be treated free of charge,” Minister Sjafrie stated during a press conference.

The announcement was made following a high-level meeting with Minister of Health Budi Gunadi Sadikin and Head of the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM) Taruna Ikrar on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. The meeting focused on strengthening cooperation in healthcare services and pharmaceutical support at the hospital.

Minister Sjafrie emphasized that the free medical services extend beyond what is covered by the national health insurance (BPJS Kesehatan).

“Even without BPJS, treatment will be fully covered,” he affirmed.

This policy officially came into effect on October 5, 2025, to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI).

Looking ahead, the minister outlined plans to elevate RSPPN to international healthcare standards, highlighting ongoing efforts to improve both infrastructure and human resources.

Currently, RSPPN Panglima Besar Soedirman is a Type A referral hospital, boasting a capacity of 1,000 inpatient beds, including around 100 ICU units, within its 28-story facility.

“Our next priority is enhancing the quality of our medical personnel and services. A world-class hospital requires not only state-of-the-art equipment but also highly competent doctors and exceptional post-operative care,” Sjafrie added.

Source : https://rri.co.id/en/national/1887022/journalists-receive-free-medical-treatment-at-rsppn-hospital