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The Deputy Chief Executive for Operations of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Louisa Atta-Agyemang (Mrs), has reinforced the positive relationship between the Authority and the leadership of the Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana (PHFAOG), highlighting the importance of enhanced collaboration to enhance healthcare delivery in Ghana.
During the Regional General Meeting in Kumasi today, Mr. Kojo Tweneboa koduah, the Director of Operations NHIA for the Middle Belt Zones, delivered a speech on behalf of Louisa Atta-Agyemang, emphasizing the necessity for all accredited healthcare providers to refrain from charging illegal fees for services covered by the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
While the NHIA is dedicated to addressing payment and tariff reviews, providers must avoid illegal charges. The Authority is committed to combating this issue and is prepared to take action against providers who engage in such practices.
Speaking to media in an interview with, Mr. Kojo Tweneboah Kodua Director of Operations NHIA for the Middle Belt Zones had this to say
On his part, Mr Kwame Buabeng-Frimpong, the President of the Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana (PHFAOG), praised the Association’s leadership for engaging with stakeholders periodically to assess their progress and plan for the future. As key stakeholders of the NHIA, healthcare service providers, and by extension, the Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana (PHFAOG), play a crucial role in the healthcare delivery system.
Therefore, he values such gatherings as they provide an opportunity to discuss matters of mutual interest.
Furthermore, Mr Kwame Buabeng-Frimpong expressed that the focus is on achieving “Free Healthcare for All” by 2030, a goal that stakeholders are working towards.
