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How to Register for SHIF in Kenya - Dignited

(6 days ago) WebSHIF (Social Health Insurance Fund) is a brand new healthcare financing system in Kenya, set to launch operations on March 1st, 2024. It aims to replace the existing NHIF (National Health Insurance Fund) and provide universal health coverage to all …

https://www.dignited.com/117853/how-to-register-for-shif-in-kenya/

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Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) Registration Set to Launch on …

(5 days ago) Web11th February 2024 Trans Nzoia, Kenya - In a significant move aimed at transforming Kenya's healthcare landscape, the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) is scheduled to commence operations on March 1, 2024. Speaking during a prayer service graced by the Deputy President H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, EGH at St Andrew's Catholic Church in …

https://www.health.go.ke/social-health-insurance-fund-shif-registration-set-launch-march-1-2024

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Social Health Authority · SHA

(8 days ago) WebEmployers will contribute a 2.75% of their employees' salaries to the health insurance fund. What healthcare services are purchased by the Social Health Authority? The fund purchases healthcare services from empaneled and contracted providers, including primary healthcare services, referrals to secondary and tertiary care, and specific packages

https://sha.go.ke/

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EXPLAINER: Difference between NHIF and Social Health Insurance …

(9 days ago) WebThe Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), one of President William Ruto's flagship projects, is seeking to provide affordable healthcare to all Kenyans. SHIF replaces the 57-year-old National

https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/realtime/2024-01-22-explainer-difference-between-nhif-and-social-health-insurance-fund/

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What is the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF)? Requirements …

(9 days ago) WebThe Social Health Insurance Fund bill proposes extending health insurance to all Kenyans based on member contributions, with government-subsidised coverage for people experiencing poverty. If it passes, the bill will set in motion far-reaching reforms to how health services are delivered and financed.

https://www.tuko.co.ke/facts-lifehacks/guides/529682-what-social-health-insurance-fund-shif-requirements-contributions/

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THE SOCIAL HEALTH INSURANCE ACT (No. 16 of 2023)

(Just Now) Webthe Social Health Insurance Fund to access healthcare services under subregulation (1). (3)Where the person is referred from a primary health facility to a level 4, 5 or 6 health facility for further review, treatment and management, the person shall be required to be a paid-up member of the Social Health Insurance Fund. Services offered

https://health.go.ke/sites/default/files/2023-11/SOCIAL%20HEALTH%20INSURANCE%20%28GENERAL%29%20REGULATIONS%20%2C2023.pdf

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THE SOCIAL HEALTH INSURANCE BILL, 2023 ARRANGEMENT …

(7 days ago) Web24—Implementation of the Primary Healthcare Fund. PART IV – THE SOCIAL HEALTH INSURANCE FUND 25⸺ Establishment of the Social Health Insurance Fund. 26⸺ Registration. 27⸺ Contributions. PART V- THE EMERGENCY, CHRONIC AND CRITICAL ILLNESS FUND 28⸺ Establishment of the Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness …

https://health.go.ke/sites/default/files/FINAL%20SOCIAL%20HEALTH%20INSURANCE%20BILL%2C%202023.pdf

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Kenyan households to pay 2.75pc to new Social Health Insurance …

(6 days ago) WebShe gazetted the Social Health Insurance Act on November 22, 2023. It is now official: Every household in Kenya will pay 2.75 per cent of their monthly income to the newly created Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), following the publication of regulations to operationalise the new health laws. The government aims to collect over …

https://nation.africa/kenya/health/kenyan-households-to-pay-2-75pc-to-social-health-insurance-fund-4448548

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Explainer: What new Social Health Insurance Act entails

(6 days ago) WebExplainer: What new Social Health Insurance Act entails. This is an Act of Parliament that seeks to make healthcare affordable and accessible to Kenyans. It establishes a Social Health Authority that will oversee the implementation of the Act. It introduces three new health funds that will replace the existing National Health …

https://nation.africa/kenya/news/explainers/explainer-what-new-social-health-insurance-act-entails-4412814

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NHIF to SHIF : Impact of Kenya's SHIF on Businesses and Employees

(7 days ago) WebImpact of Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) on Employers Payroll Adjustments for Employee Contributions. Businesses must modify their payroll systems to manage the deduction of SHIF contributions, which is 2.75% of each employee’s gross salary. This requires careful administration and potential updates to payroll software to …

https://www.flexi-personnel.com/shif-impact-of-kenyas-shif-on-businesses-and-employees/

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MoH announces March launch for new Social Health Insurance Fund

(Just Now) WebPHOTO COURTESY. The government plans to launch the new Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) in March of this year. Health Cabinet Secretary Wafula Nakhumicha announced during a town hall interview on Citizen TV on Wednesday night that all systems were in place to phase out the long-standing National Health Insurance …

https://citizen.digital/news/moh-announces-march-launch-for-new-social-health-insurance-fund-n335463

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Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) in Kenya: Registration

(2 days ago) WebThe Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) is more than just a policy change; it's a strategic initiative that redefines healthcare financing in Kenya. Born out of the need to fix the shortcomings of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF), SHIF introduces a more inclusive and fair method of managing healthcare finances.

https://www.sledge.co.ke/social-health-insurance-fund-in-kenya

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The Proposed 2.75pc Social Health Insurance Fund Rates and Their

(6 days ago) WebThe Proposed Social Health Insurance Fund Changes Include: Introduction of a standard contribution rate of 2.75% of the gross monthly income for individuals in salaried employment, replacing the current system based on gross salary brackets (ranging from Kes. 150 to Kes. 1,700).

https://ronalds.co.ke/the-proposed-2-75pc-nhif-rates-and-their-significance/

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The Social Health Insurance Fund: What you need to know

(7 days ago) WebAs the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) slowly wounds down, concerns continue to arise on how effective the Social Health Authority (SHA) will be. The government is yet to issue clear

https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health/health-science/article/2001486503/the-social-health-insurance-fund-what-you-need-to-know

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Highlights of the Social Health Insurance Fund and Related …

(5 days ago) WebTowards this end, the Government, through the Ministry of Health, embarked on the creation of a fund to ensure lower cost of health since many Kenyans will have access to affordable health care. Social Health Insurance Act, No. 16 of 2023 (“ SHIFA ”) was assented to on 19 th October 2023 and came into force on 22 nd November 2023. It

https://www.oraro.co.ke/highlights-of-the-social-health-insurance-fund-and-related-legislation/

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Explainer: What you need to know about NHIF funds - The Star

(1 days ago) WebSocial Health Insurance Fund. Through the social health insurance bill, 2023, the government intends to take away the insurance aspect from the National Hospital Insurance Fund to be run differently.

https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/realtime/2023-08-30-explainer-what-you-need-to-know-about-nhif-funds/

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Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) Registration set to launch on …

(Just Now) WebIn a significant move aimed at transforming Kenya’s healthcare landscape, the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) is scheduled to commence operations on March 1, 2024. Speaking during a prayer service graced by the Deputy President H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, EGH at St Andrew’s Catholic Church in Kwanza Constituency, in Trans Nzoia …

https://www.africa.com/social-health-insurance-fund-shif-registration-set-to-launch-on-march-1-2024/

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State mute on 2.75pc NHIF rate as new Fund kicks in Nation

(7 days ago) WebThe publishing of the Social Health Insurance Act, 2023 and the appointment of the board of Social Health Authority has sent the clearest indication that the State is proceeding with the plan to phase out the …

https://nation.africa/kenya/business/state-mute-on-2-75pc-nhif-rate-as-new-fund-kicks-in--4443642

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Social Security retirees could face cuts starting in 2033 - USA TODAY

(4 days ago) WebThe Old-Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) Trust Fund will be able to pay 100% of total scheduled benefits until 2033. At that time, the fund's reserves will become depleted and continuing program

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2024/05/07/social-security-benefits-cut-2035/73598927007/

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THE SOCIAL HEALTH INSURANCE ACT (No. 16 of 2023)

(Just Now) Web40- Benefits packages under the Primary Healthcare Fund, the Social Health Insurance Fund and the Emergency, Chronic and Critical Illness Fund. 41- The Benefits Package and Tariffs Advisory Panel. 42- Functions of the Benefits Package and Tariffs Advisory Panel. 43- Secretariat of the Benefits Package and Tariffs Advisory Panel.

https://health.go.ke/sites/default/files/2024-01/Social%20Health%20Insurance%20%28General%29%20Regulations%2C%202024.pdf

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Department of Human Services Welfare Services

(9 days ago) WebThe New Jersey Department of Human Services aims to help people get off of welfare and into a job, if possible. That is the central focus of the State’s WorkFirst New Jersey program. Efforts include helping people acquire the skills they need in order to get a job, like job training, educational and work activities programs, as well as

https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/clients/welfare/

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NJMEBF – North Jersey Municipal Employee Benefit Fund

(9 days ago) WebProviding support to its members in bargaining unit contract negotiations and plan designs. Employee education and wellness programs. For information about joining, contact the Program Manager Dave Vozza 201-307-8601. We are excited to be in the Ninth year of our unique and robust Wellness program.

https://njmebf.com/

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32BJ Benefit Funds - About The Funds

(6 days ago) WebAbout The Funds. The Building Service 32Bj Benefit Funds is the umbrella organization responsible for administering Health, Training, Pension, Retirement Savings, and Legal Services benefits to Local 32BJ members. The Benefit Funds' office is located in New York City, with satellite offices in New Jersey, Connecticut and Washington, DC.

https://www.32bjfunds.org/en-us/about/aboutthefunds.aspx

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Strong Labor Market Steadied Social Security and Medicare Funds

(9 days ago) WebThe reports said that the combined Social Security Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund, which pays retiree benefits, and the Disability Insurance Trust Fund would be depleted in 2035, a

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/06/us/politics/labor-market-social-security-medicare.html

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Social Security will not be able to pay full benefits in 2035 if - MSN

(2 days ago) WebAbout 67 million Americans received Social Security benefits in 2023. As for Medicare, its hospital insurance trust fund, known as Medicare Part A, has a few more years before it runs dry.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/retirement/social-security-will-not-be-able-to-pay-full-benefits-in-2035-if-congress-doesn-t-act-medicare-has-a-little-more-time/ar-BB1lV68n

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5 myths about Social Security as the program faces a funding crisis

(2 days ago) WebMedicare’s Hospital Insurance Trust Fund is projected to be able to pay 100 percent of scheduled benefits until 2036. This news rightly rattles a lot of people. It also leads to fearmongering.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/05/10/social-security-myths-debunked/

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Social Security Finances Remain Dire - NerdWallet

(3 days ago) WebThe program logged $1.351 trillion in income during the 2023 calendar year. That broke down as follows: $1.233 trillion in net payroll taxes (from about 183 million taxpayers). $51 billion from

https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/investing/social-security/social-security-trust-funds-2024

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Social Security Report Shows Trust Fund Shortfall in 2035 - AARP

(9 days ago) WebFor the third straight year, Medicare’s trustees forecast a stronger financial footing for the government health care program. Medicare’s main trust fund, covering hospital insurance, will be able to pay full benefits through 2036 — five years later than the trustees projected last year and eight years later than their 2022 estimate.

https://www.aarp.org/retirement/social-security/info-2024/social-security-trust-fund-shortfall.html

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New Rule to Help Dreamers Access Affordable Health Insurance

(Just Now) WebThe rule will go into effect in November 2024 and enables DACA recipients to apply for the 2025 marketplace open-enrollment period. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) projects that about 100,000 previously uninsured Dreamers will gain coverage next year as a result. This is an important step forward for immigrant health.

https://www.commonwealthfund.org/blog/2024/biden-administration-releases-new-rule-help-dreamers-access-affordable-health-insurance

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Social Security trust fund news: Benefits could be cut in 2035

(4 days ago) WebThe Disability Insurance (DI) Trust Fund is projected to be able to pay 100% of total scheduled benefits through at least 2098. The report states that if the OASI Trust Fund and DI Trust Fund

https://www.clarionledger.com/story/news/2024/05/08/social-security-benefits-could-be-reduced-in-2035/73611487007/

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Social Security will not be able to pay full benefits in 2035 if - CNN

(6 days ago) WebLooking solely at the trust fund that covers retirement and survivor benefits, Social Security will only be able to afford scheduled payments in full until 2033, roughly the same projection as

https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/06/politics/social-security-trust-fund-benefits/index.html

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New Jersey Life & Health Insurance Guaranty Association - Welcome

(5 days ago) WebWelcome. Welcome to the New Jersey Life & Health Insurance Guaranty Association (NJLHIGA) Web site. We hope you find this site helpful in providing information regarding the purpose of the Guaranty Association and how it protects resident policyholders in the event of an insurance company insolvency.

https://www.njlifega.org/

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