The Social Health Authority (SHA) has announced the temporary suspension of M.P. Shah Hospital from its panel of contracted healthcare providers, effective June 23, 2026.
“The Social Health Authority (SHA) informs beneficiaries and the public that M.P. Shah Hospital has been temporarily suspended from the SHA panel of contracted healthcare providers, with effect from 23 June 2026, pending the conclusion of investigations,” stated the authority in the notice.
SHA stated the suspension affects services offered under several healthcare funds, including:
- Primary Healthcare Fund (PHCF)
- Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF)
- Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness Fund (ECCIF)
- Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund (POMSF)
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SHA Issues Guidance on Care Continuity During Hospital Suspension
Despite the suspension, SHA assured beneficiaries admitted to M.P. Shah Hospital before June 23 that they would continue receiving treatment until the completion of their current episode of care and their discharge.
The authority advised patients seeking new admissions, follow-up treatment, or other healthcare services during the suspension period to seek care from other SHA-contracted healthcare providers.
According to the authority, beneficiaries can access the list of approved facilities through SHA’s website and the Afya Yangu platform.
SHA also urged beneficiaries who require assistance with continuity of care or referrals to contact its toll-free number at 147.
The authority stated that it appreciates the cooperation and understanding of beneficiaries and stakeholders during the suspension period and remains committed to safeguarding access to quality and accountable healthcare services.
“SHA appreciates the cooperation and understanding of beneficiaries and stakeholders and remains committed to safeguarding access to quality and accountable healthcare services,” SHA stated.
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M.P. Shah Hospital’s Role Within the SHA Framework
M.P. Shah Hospital has been among the private healthcare facilities contracted by the Social Health Authority (SHA) to provide services to beneficiaries under Kenya’s public health financing programmes.
The hospital has been providing care to patients covered by key funds, including the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), the Primary Healthcare Fund (PHCF), and other specialized schemes managed by SHA.
As a contracted provider, the facility has been part of the network designed to expand access to healthcare services for insured Kenyans, particularly in urban settings where private hospitals complement public health institutions.
Its inclusion in the SHA panel has enabled beneficiaries to seek specialized and advanced treatment within a private hospital setup while still receiving coverage under government-backed health schemes.
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