The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) announced that over GH¢300 million has been disbursed to healthcare facilities nationwide for claims payment.
In a statement released on June 11, the NHIA revealed that the funds were allocated to cover claims vetted for higher-tier facilities up to January 2024.
Additionally, payments for lower-tier facilities were made within the acceptable three-month debt period, as stated in the press release.
The NHIA emphasized that this disbursement underscores its dedication to sustaining the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and ensuring the smooth functioning of healthcare services.
Acting Chief Executive of NHIA, Dr. Da-Costa Aboagye, clarified that the disbursement aims to improve the quality of care for all NHIS members and support the operational needs of healthcare providers.
The NHIA expressed gratitude for the cooperation and patience of healthcare providers, assuring them of ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency and timeliness of claims processing and payments.
Through the statement, the NHIA acknowledged “the cooperation and patience of all healthcare providers and assured them of continuous efforts to improve the efficiency and timeliness of claims processing and payments.”