Rupha Stories
According to RUPHA Chairperson Dr. Brian Lishenga, SHA's reluctance to fully acknowledge NHIF's outstanding debts has placed hospitals in limbo, despi...
PS Kimtai criticised hospitals that have halted services, accusing them of using the situation to pressure the government.
Rupha has revealed that the government ignored the warnings, leading to hospitals grappling with financial instability and system failures.
RUPHA maintained that services under Medical Administrator Kenya Limited (MAKL) will remain suspended due to unresolved financial concerns.
These include clear accreditation guidelines, a standardised claims submission process, and a digital tracking system to streamline payments.
Speaking on the financial obligations, Ingasira acknowledged the outstanding payments but emphasised that efforts are being made to clear them.
RUPHA said new admissions under SHA or Medical Administrators Kenya Limited will only proceed if the cover provider guarantees upfront payment.
RUPHA, citing the crippling financial strain, announced that its members would no longer offer credit-based services due to the government's failure t...
The archbishop warned that the debts were crippling healthcare services, yet faith-based hospitals have continued treating patients despite the financ...
With hospitals struggling financially, some have been auctioned, employees have lost their jobs, and doctors are now demanding cash payments before tr...
The survey, carried out between December 24 and December 31, 2024, reached 243 healthcare facilities across 63 SHA branches.
The report notes that 39 per cent of hospitals did not receive payments from SHA in November, while those that did faced an average 23 per cent reduct...
