SHA Pays Sh12.7 Billion to Healthcare Providers in May Claims Cycle
NAIROBI, Kenya, May 31– The Social Health Authority (SHA) paid Sh12.74 billion to healthcare providers in its May claims cycle, with the Social Health - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Social Health Authority (SHA) disbursed Sh12.74 billion to healthcare providers for its May claims cycle, with the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) disbursing the largest portion.
- The SHA paid a total of Sh12.74 billion to healthcare providers, with SHIF accounting for Sh7.25 billion (approximately 57%).
- Key organizations involved include the Social Health Authority (SHA) and its funds such as the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), Primary Care Network and Older Persons and Severe Disabilities Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF), Primary Health Care (PHC) fund, and Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness Fund (ECCIF).
- This significant payout occurs as healthcare facilities depend on these reimbursements for operations and amid ongoing scrutiny of Kenya's transition to the new health insurance framework.
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