The Rural Private Hospitals Association of Kenya accused the NHIF of failing to fulfil financial obligations, leading to a decision to require top-up cash payments.
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The capitation provided by NHIF is crucial for the functioning of these hospitals, and the delays in payments have paralyzed the services they provide.
NHIF beneficiaries in rural parts of the Country will be required to pay cash to access hospital services effective Wednesday, May 30, the Rural Private Hospital Association of Kenya (RUPHA) has said.