The National Health Insurance Authority says it paid more than GHC157 million in claims to healthcare providers across the country in April 2026 as part of efforts to clear outstanding arrears and support uninterrupted healthcare delivery.
The Authority said the payments were made in two phases, with GHC43.7 million disbursed on 14 April and another GHC113.6 million paid on 30 April.
According to a statement issued by the NHIA’s Claims Directorate, the payments covered a backlog of unvetted claims dating back to 2019, as well as some vetted claims submitted up to March 2026.
The NHIA said some of the delayed claims had remained unpaid because of what it described as isolated operational challenges.
Private health facilities received the largest share of the payments, followed by public and mission facilities.
The Authority said high volume facilities accounted for 64% of the claims paid, while clinics and health centres received 23%. CHPS compounds accounted for 9%, with specialised facilities receiving the remaining 4%.
The NHIA said the settlement of claims formed part of its commitment to strengthening the financial capacity of health facilities and ensuring continuous healthcare services for members of the National Health Insurance Scheme.
