NHIA Launches "Preventive and Promotive Health Interventions" to Enhance National Health Insurance Scheme

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has embarked on a new initiative, "Preventive and Promotive Health Interventions," aimed at addressing key health issues and enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the National Health Insurance Scheme. The initiative, which aligns with Ghana's Universal Health Coverage roadmap, seeks to reduce the burden on the NHIA regarding claims payment and promote sustainable healthcare.

NHIA CEO, Dr. Da-Costa Aboagye, called for stakeholder collaboration during a meeting with heads of health service institutions, including the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG), and the Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana (PHAFoG). The discussion focused on resource allocation, community outreach activities, and other modalities for effective operationalization.

The initiative aims to address communicable and non-communicable diseases, maternal and child health, and the overall health and well-being of citizens. It also seeks to promote economy, efficiency, accountability, and responsiveness in healthcare service delivery.

Partners expressed enthusiasm and commitment to the initiative, with Dr. Patrick Kumah-Aboagye, GHS Director-General, describing it as "crucial for sustainable healthcare." Dr. Peter Yeboah, CHAG Executive Director, called it a "game changer for the health and wellbeing of all people living in Ghana."

The Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana representatives highlighted the role of innovation and private-public partnerships in advancing healthcare goals. A committee, chaired by Dr. Anarfi Asamoa-Baah, former WHO Deputy Director-General, has been set up to facilitate implementation.

The NHIA and partners urged the public to embrace the initiative and participate actively in upcoming programs, which will potentially catalyze cost containment measures and enhance efficiency gains for the NHIA, ultimately enhancing the responsiveness and sustainability of the NHIS.