Examining purchasing reforms towards universal health coverage by the National Hospital Insurance Fund in Kenya

Abstract Background Kenya has prioritized the attainment of universal health coverage (UHC) through the expansion of health insurance coverage by the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF). In 2015, the NHIF introduced reforms in premium contribution rates, benefit packages, and provider payment me...

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Main Authors: Rahab Mbau, Evelyn Kabia, Ayako Honda, Kara Hanson, Edwine Barasa
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-02-01
Series:International Journal for Equity in Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12939-019-1116-x