SHA Releases Sh12.7 Billion To Healthcare Providers In May Claims Cycle
Health Updated: 31 May 2026 20:14 EAT
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The Social Health Authority (SHA) has disbursed Sh12.741 billion to healthcare providers under its May 2026 claims payment cycle as part of efforts to ensure uninterrupted healthcare services across the country. The funds are expected to support hospitals and medical facilities in meeting operational costs and delivering care to patients.
According to SHA, the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) received the largest share of the allocation at Sh7.25 billion. The fund remains central to Kenya’s healthcare financing framework and caters for a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services.
The Primary Care Network and Older Persons and Severe Disabilities Medical Scheme Fund received Sh3.03 billion. The allocation is aimed at strengthening access to healthcare services for vulnerable groups and supporting coordinated care at the community level.
A further Sh2.02 billion was released through the Primary Health Care Fund to support frontline healthcare facilities. The funding is expected to enhance preventive and promotive health services offered at local health centres and dispensaries.
An additional Sh433 million was disbursed through the Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness Fund. The fund supports patients requiring specialized treatment and long-term management of serious medical conditions.
SHA said the payments demonstrate its commitment to ensuring healthcare providers are reimbursed on time, enabling them to continue offering services without disruptions. The authority noted that prompt settlement of claims is crucial in maintaining confidence in the new health financing system.
The latest disbursement follows several other payments made this year as the authority works to improve efficiency in claims processing and reimbursement. Officials say efforts are ongoing to streamline operations and reduce delays in payments.
The government continues to roll out reforms under the Social Health Insurance Fund, which replaced the National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF). The reforms are aimed at expanding access to affordable healthcare and advancing the country’s universal health coverage agenda.
Healthcare providers have welcomed the continued release of funds, saying timely reimbursements are essential for sustaining operations, purchasing medical supplies and ensuring patients continue receiving quality care across the country.
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