The Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe, has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) to advance Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
During his first regional working visit to the Central Region last Thursday, Dr. Bampoe addressed NHIA staff in Cape Coast, acknowledging the contributions of his predecessors while pledging to build upon their efforts.
A key initiative under this vision is ‘Mahama Care’, which will establish a Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund to cover the treatment costs of chronic and life-threatening diseases such as kidney failure, cancer, sickle cell disease, diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease.
This initiative aims to reduce the financial burden on patients and ensure access to critical care for all citizens, particularly vulnerable groups.
Additionally, President John Dramani Mahama has pledged to remove taxes on essential medical supplies, particularly those used for life-saving treatments like dialysis. This policy is intended to lower healthcare costs and improve accessibility for Ghanaians in need.
Speaking on his administration’s broader healthcare agenda, President Mahama emphasized that access to quality medical care is a fundamental right, not a privilege.
“Every Ghanaian, no matter their location or financial situation, deserves access to quality medical care,” he said. “The NHIS and our Free Primary Healthcare policy will ensure that no one is left behind as we work towards achieving Universal Health Coverage.”
With these measures, the government aims to boost confidence in the NHIS and ensure its long-term sustainability. By strengthening health insurance policies and making essential medical care more affordable, the administration is working towards building a more inclusive and resilient healthcare system for all Ghanaians.
