The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has revealed plans to significantly increase financial support for healthcare providers across Ghana, with a projected 120% upward adjustment in service tariffs set to take effect from January 2026.
The NHIA described the revision as one of the most comprehensive reforms to Ghana’s health financing system in recent years. Implementation will follow formal approval from the Minister of Health, in line with statutory procedures. The adjustment is expected to improve service delivery, strengthen the sustainability of health facilities, and enhance the overall patient experience under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).
Speaking on behalf of the NHIA Chief Executive Officer at a regional training session for health sector leaders in the Volta and Oti Regions, Dr. Senanu Kwesi Djokoto, Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Operations, lauded the Independent Clinical Experts’ Group for developing evidence-based tariffs that reflect the real costs of healthcare services.
He explained that while the headline increment is 180%, the effective increase on claims reimbursements will average at least 120%, depending on each facility’s service mix. Dr. Djokoto attributed the breakthrough to the Government’s decision to uncap the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), releasing an additional GH¢3.4 billion to support healthcare delivery.
“The uncapping of the NHIF by His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama provides the fiscal space to implement these revised tariffs, roll out the Free Primary Healthcare programme, and fund the Ghana Medical Trust Fund for chronic disease management,” he said.
Dr. Djokoto also addressed the persistence of illegal charges in some health facilities, noting that the introduction of realistic tariffs would strengthen enforcement measures. A task force commissioned by NHIA CEO Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe had earlier identified tariff alignment as a key tool for eliminating unauthorized payments.
Healthcare leaders welcomed the reforms, describing them as timely and necessary. Rev. Prof. Adukwei Hesse, a World Bank consultant on the tariff review process, said the new structure is “comprehensive and consistent with global best practices.” Dr. Isaac Koranteng, Consultant Obstetrician at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, expressed optimism that the revised tariffs would reduce illegal co-payments, restore provider confidence, and improve patient welfare.
The NHIA will continue nationwide regional engagements to ensure health facility managers and frontline staff fully understand the implications of the new tariff regime ahead of its rollout.
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