As part of its efforts to support vulnerable patients needing dialysis, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced an allocation of GH¢587,236.00 for free dialysis treatments for the month of June.
This initiative ensures that six designated hospitals—Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), Cape Coast Teaching Hospital (CCTH), Efia Nkwanta Regional Hospital (ENRH), Ho Teaching Hospital (HTH), Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH), and Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH)—submitted their lists of chronic dialysis patients treated in June.
“A total of GHS 587,236.00 has been disbursed for these treatments, marking the commencement of the Government’s crucial support for these patients,” detailed the NHIA’s statement dated Sunday, June 30.
Dr. Da-Costa Aboagye, CEO of NHIA, reaffirmed the Authority’s dedication to timely payments, highlighting their commitment to supporting those in need of dialysis.
The NHIA also clarified that the hospitals will manage the allocated funds, ensuring that patients who paid out of pocket for dialysis in June will be reimbursed according to the approved rates for different patient categories.
From June to December 2024, the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) will provide eight free dialysis sessions per month for patients aged 18 and below, as well as those aged 60 and above.
Additionally, patients aged 19 to 59 will receive two free dialysis sessions per month at KATH, CCTH, ENRH, HTH, and TTH, with the exception of KBTH.