Starting July 1, 2024, Kenyans and residents of Kenya are required to register for the newly launched Social Health Insurance (SHIF), as announced by Cabinet Secretary for Health Nakhumicha S. Wafula.
The Cabinet Secretary assured all Kenyans, especially those currently benefiting from NHIF services, that there will be no disruption of services during this transition phase.
Health facilities are urged to continue providing services, with all claims expected to be verified and settled as usual.
Additionally, CS Wafula confirmed that the Social Health Authority Board has received a list of empaneled facilities from regulatory bodies, which will aid in initiating contracts for service delivery.
“This step ensures that healthcare providers and facilities are prepared for the transition,” CS Wafula stated.
How to Application on SHIF
Registration can be conveniently done through various channels: a self-registration USSD code *147#, the official website (http://sha.go.ke), and through the assistance of Community Health Promoters.
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Additionally, Kenyans can register by visiting NHIF offices and other designated registration points Kenyans can register. The registration process is free of charge, according to the Ministry.
The SHIF Act has mandated a new benefit package, developed through a consultative process and recently advertised for public participation and stakeholder input.
The feedback received will be integrated before a national validation and formal gazettement, paving the way for the SHIF rollout.
Effects of Finance Bill Rejection to the Fund
In response to the withdrawal of the Finance Bill 2024 which aimed to fund the Primary Healthcare Fund and the Emergency, Chronic, and Critical Illness Fund, the Ministry is revising its plans to adapt to the new circumstances.
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“Until the SHI transition is complete, existing NHIF contributions and benefits will continue,” the ministry of health said in a statement.
According to the government, Kenyans can register on phone, at all public hospitals and through the 100,000 Community Health Promoters across the country.
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