Ghana: Nhia Releases Gh¢35.1 Million for Free Primary Healthcare Services
[Ghanaian Times] The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has released GH¢35,099,215.84 as first-quarter payment to the 107 districts currently implementing the Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) programme.
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has allocated GH¢35,099,215.84 to over 100 districts for the implementation of the Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) programme. This payment, released in the first quarter, represents a significant expansion of Ghana's community-level health financing initiative. The FPHC, launched on April 15, serves to provide preventive care consistently to participating districts by allocating resources based on population size, unlike the service-by-service reimbursement model of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
The programme covers essential services such as routine screenings for hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and cancers, as well as maternal and child health services, and treatment of common illnesses. While primary care under the FPHC is free, referrals to higher-level healthcare facilities still necessitate a valid NHIS card. Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe, NHIA's Chief Executive, emphasized the importance of early detection and regular health checks to address health issues before they become serious complications.
The authority remains committed to extending the FPHC programme's benefits to communities nationwide.
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