The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has disbursed over 300 million Cedis as payment for claims to healthcare facilities across the country.
The amount covers the payment for claims submitted by providers under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and vetted for higher tier facilities up to January 2024.
Acting Chief Executive Officer of the NHIA, Dr Da-Costa Aboagye, in a statement said for lower tier facilities, the payments were within the acceptable three-month debt period.
The release of funds Dr. Aboagye said underscores the Authority’s commitment to ensuring the smooth operation of healthcare services and the sustainability of the NHIS.
The statement further says the timely disbursement aims to enhance the quality of care provided to all NHIS members and support the operational needs of healthcare providers. It says the NHIA appreciates the cooperation and patience of all healthcare providers and assures them of continuous efforts to improve the efficiency and timeliness of claims processing and payments.
Source: Graphic Online
