Jakarta, Jan. 24 -- The Indonesian government is preparing additional incentives of up to Rp30 million (US$1,723) per month, followed by housing and facilities for specialist doctors willing to work in remote, frontier, and outermost (3T) areas.

This step is taken as an effort to accelerate the equitable distribution of health services.

Health Minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin on Saturday said this policy will commence in January 2026, in addition to salaries, service fees, and other allowances for specialist doctors, bringing their total income in the regions to reach Rp40-50 million (US$2,298-2,873) per month.

"We will give an allowance for specialist doctors willing to work in remote areas an additional Rp30 million per month," he said....