Bipolar and Other Mental Conditions Now Covered By NHIS
Persons with bipolar, depression, anxiety and schizophrenia disorders can now seek medical attention with the National Health Insurance at any accredited health facility effective November 1, 2024.
In a communique, the Management of the Scheme said it will cover outpatient services and initial acute hospitalization stage.
“These services remain free of charge at the country’s specialized mental health care hospitals. The addition is to improve access to mental health care given that the country has only a few specialized mental health hospitals primarily the Accra Psychiatric Hospital, Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital and Patang Psychiatric Hospital. Additionally, some general hospitals have psychiatric units.”
It is certain that the initiative will make healthcare delivery in these areas readily available to patients by removing financial obstacles and making way for early diagnosis and timely treatment. According to the Authority, this is part of its broader national strategy aimed at addressing mental health care gaps and accelerating the delivery of Universal Health Coverage.
It noted that mental health is broader than what the general perception entails.
Credits - Angela Amuzu-
- Oct 16, 2024
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