- The government has introduced groundbreaking healthcare reforms that will offer free treatment to all citizens at Level 1, 2, and 3 hospitals through the Primary Health Fund.
- Every Kenyan will be provided with a social insurance fund card, allowing them to either self-pay or receive government coverage, ensuring access to free treatment in different hospitals.
- The Social Health Insurance Bill, signed into law by President Ruto, initiates the transition to a restructured healthcare system, with funding support from salaried Kenyans, aimed at improving healthcare accessibility and inclusivity.
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President Ruto has announced a comprehensive overhaul of the healthcare system, that will ensure free treatment for all citizens at Level 1, 2, and 3 hospitals.
President Ruto when he arrived at the Kericho green stadium in Kericho. Photo:Courtesy
This monumental shift is made possible through the establishment of the new Primary Health Fund, which will cover the medical bills for all Kenyans.
Speaking during the Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kericho, President Ruto unveiled the transformative healthcare reforms, stating that every Kenyan will have a social insurance fund card.
He said they could either pay for it themselves or allow the government to cover the expenses.
“This card can be utilized at any Level 4, 5, or 6 hospital, guaranteeing free treatment for all.” He said during the major fear where Kenya celebrates it’s heroes.
His announcement however marks a significant step towards equitable healthcare access in Kenya especially for woolen struggling with diseases like cancer.
Addressing concerns about affordability, the President emphasized that all Kenyans would be given the opportunity to contribute to the new social insurance card based on their financial resources.
For those who face financial constraints, the government has pledged to step in and cover the expenses, ensuring that no one is left without access to quality healthcare.
This momentous development comes on the heels of President Ruto’s yesterdays signing of the Social Health Insurance Bill into law.
The new legislation lays the foundation for the establishment of three distinct funds, set to replace the existing National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF). This transformation in healthcare provision aims to bring about substantial improvements in the quality and accessibility of healthcare services throughout the country.
However, it is worth noting that the ambitious healthcare reforms will come at a cost to salaried Kenyans, who will see deductions from their paychecks to support the implementation of these changes.
The government’s commitment to ensuring universal access to healthcare is evident in this significant step, which is poised to reshape the healthcare landscape in Kenya.
