As the clock ticks towards October 1, 2024, when the government will roll out a new healthcare cover, governors are also in a race against time to align with the mega shift. Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has announced changes in the Kang’atacare healthcare as the country transitions from the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the Social Health Authority (SHA).
Kang’ata said NHIF’s mandate will end on October 1, and the country will migrate to SHA as announced by the national government.
The governor has advised Murang’a County residents to visit the nearest dispensary or health center on Thursday, 26th, Friday, 27th, and in conclusion, Monday, 30th September 2024, for registration.
Kang’ata said county staff will be present to assist, adding that registration can also be done at a nearby cyber cafe.
He explained that registering for SHA is just a renewal of Kang’atacare membership, adding that those who fail to register will cease being part of Kang’atacare.
“Failure to register will cause service discontinuation starting 1st October 2024. Please note that this is not new registration but a renewal for current members,” he said.
Steps Towards Self-Registration
The registration process will be undertaken through the following steps:
1.Go to sha.go.ke.
2.Click on registration.
3.Enter identification information required (ID number, contacts, OTP number that will be shared to your contact).
4.Select personal information (married/single, employment status, disability status).
5.Enter your location (village, ward, sub-county, county).
6.Verify the information you have provided, accept the terms and conditions, and then submit.
Also Read: Govt Explains Why NHIF Could Not Be Retained & Reason for Registration
Updates on Kang’atacare Benefits Package
Besides, the governor has announced changes in the Kang’atacare benefits package ahead of the transition.
Kang’ata said the scheme has secured a new tender and will neither operate under NHIF nor SHA.
“Last expense insurance components of Kang’atacare starting 01.10.2024 will no longer be offered by NHIF/SHA. The County did a tender, and Britam won,” Kang’ata said.
In the event of the demise of the principal member, the following benefits will apply last expense Ksh 100,000 and secondary school fees Ksh 25,000.
Also Read: What Will Happen to Patients on NHIF When SHA is Rolled Out? Ministry of Health Explains
In the event of marriage by the principal member, the benefit will be Ksh 10,000, while principal members will enjoy a childbirth benefit of Ksh 10,000.
However, a beneficiary age limit of 75 years has been introduced.
Kang’ata announced that about 430 last expense claims remain unpaid by NHIF, adding that the County will follow up on the same notwithstanding the lapse of NHIF.
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