BY: Daniel Orlando | VoltaOnline
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) is expected to receive a projected GHC10 billion this year, following a renewed government commitment to uncap the National Health Insurance Levy (NHIL).
According to Dr. Kwesi Senanu Djokoto, Deputy Chief Executive (Operations) of the NHIA, the funding will significantly strengthen the Authority’s ability to reimburse health facilities on time.
Speaking as a panel member on TV3’s Health Forum, Dr. Djokoto emphasized the growing financial responsibility of the NHIA, noting that a significant portion of funding for many health facilities across Ghana now comes from NHIA reimbursements.
He stressed the importance of adopting more realistic tariffs for healthcare services, arguing that appropriate pricing is critical to ensuring both quality care for patients and sustainability for healthcare providers.
“Our reimbursement must reflect the actual cost of services. We need to pay realistic tariffs if we are to support our facilities effectively and ensure long-term viability,” Dr. Djokoto stated.
The discussion forms part of broader conversations on transforming Ghana’s healthcare sector through improved financing, infrastructure, and policy reforms.
