JKN Programme Becomes Lifeline for Herna Amid Dialysis Routine

Twice a week, Herna Sumiratna (41) walks into the haemodialysis unit at RSUD KHZ Mustafa in Tasikmalaya Regency, West Java. Over the past three years, Herna has had to make regular trips to undergo haemodialysis after the hypertension she suffered from developed into chronic kidney failure.

Behind that struggle, Herna says she is grateful not to have to worry about treatment costs because she is registered as a participant in the Health Insurance Contribution Assistance Beneficiary (PBI JK) scheme.

The routine she never imagined has now become a chapter in her fight to keep living, with full support from the National Health Insurance (JKN) programme that covers her healthcare services.

When met during her activities, Herna explained that it all began when the hypertension she suffered from could not be controlled.

Until one day, the woman who works as a housewife had to accept the reality when a doctor diagnosed her with chronic kidney failure due to declining kidney function.

“The diagnosis left me so shocked and devastated,” Herna said in a written statement on Wednesday (5/8/2026).

Since then, every Tuesday and Friday has become a regular schedule that Herna must follow for her therapy.

The hum of the dialysis machines in the haemodialysis unit has made her accept the reality that this therapy is now part of her life.

“During my dialysis sessions here at RSUD KHZ Mustofa, the service from the doctors and nurses has been very friendly, always encouraging us,” Herna said.

For Herna, the JKN programme is the main pillar supporting her treatment without having to think about healthcare costs.

This is what makes her grateful, calmer and more focused on undergoing regular haemodialysis therapy.

According to Herna, the JKN programme is not only a safeguard for herself but also for her family. She hopes the programme can endure and stand the test of time so that more people can feel its benefits.

“Especially for those with chronic illnesses, I believe they feel the same way I do. Thanks to JKN, our health protection is guaranteed and we do not need to worry about costs,” said the woman from Singaparna.

Before closing, Herna expressed her appreciation to BPJS Kesehatan and RSUD KHZ Mustofa for providing her with the best possible service.

Herna hopes the service she has experienced so far can be maintained so that the benefits of JKN felt by the public become even better.

“May what is good be maintained and what is lacking be improved. Let us become JKN participants so that our health is protected and, if we fall ill, we no longer need to worry about costs,” she concluded.