The Ministry of Health has unveiled a panel of experts from the University of Nairobi to review and recommend comprehensive reforms to the Social Health Insurance (SHA).
The Benefits Package and Tariffs Advisory Panel (BPTAP) domiciled at the Centre for Epidemiological Modelling and Analysis (CEMA) of UON, will bring together experts from health economics, epidemiology, actuarial science, and health sciences.
According to Health Cabinet Secretary, Deborah Barasa , the panel will review and recommend comprehensive health benefits packages, advise on fair pricing and tariffs for healthcare services, and monitor the impact of the SHA.
The CS pointed out that the panel will commence work immediately with a comprehensive review of the benefits package expected within two years.
