Choice Chioma | I-Witness The Aguata-Orumba Women’s Association, Houston, Texas, has collectively enrolled over 930 indigenes from various communities into the Anambra State Health Insurance Agency (ASHIA). This vibrant association comprises women from the 24 towns in Orumba North, Orumba South, and Aguata Local Government Areas, including Akpo, Nanka, Eziagu, Ezinifite, Ajali, Oko, Amesi, Ihite,
Chidiebele Obika | I-Witness News Health Insurance expert and Chairman of Forum of CEOs of State Health Insurance Agencies in Nigeria, Dr Simeon Onyemaechi has called on Nigerians to report healthcare providers who are failing in their responsibilities of providing quality healthcare services to health insurance enrolees. Onyemaechi made the call this morning while appearing
By Chisom Okafor Over 140 indigenes of Umuoji have been enrolled into the Anambra State Health Insurance Agency (ASHIA) through the support of the Idemili Foundation DMV Inc., Maryland, USA branch. Speaking at the enrollment event, Miss Onyinye Egwuatu, representing ASHIA Managing Director Dr. Simeon Onyemaechi, highlighted the benefits of health insurance. She described it
Choice Chioma | I-Witness In an interview, Mr. Oraelosi Benson, the organizing chairperson representing the adopter, highlighted the rising mortality rates caused by unchecked health issues as a significant concern. He emphasized the importance of health insurance in addressing this challenge, noting that with the Anambra State Health Insurance Agency (ASHIA), people can access healthcare
As 2024 comes to a close, the Anambra State Health Insurance Agency (ASHIA) reflects on a year filled with milestones and transformative initiatives aimed at advancing accessible healthcare across the state. From community engagements to impactful policies, here is a look back at some of our key achievements. One of the standout moments of the
Day 2 of the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF) validation session brought together Officers-in-Charge (OICs) of primary healthcare centers across the state. Dr. Simeon Onyemaechi, Managing Director and CEO of ASHIA, delivered a powerful message emphasizing the critical role of leadership and commitment in ensuring the success of primary healthcare delivery. He raised concerns about
By Okafor Chisom The Managing Director of the Anambra State Health Insurance Agency (ASHIA), Dr. Simeon Onyemaechi, has called on Officers-in-Charge (OICs) of primary healthcare facilities (PHCs) to educate their staff on the procedures of the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF). Dr. Onyemaechi expressed concern that some nurses at PHCs lack knowledge of BHCPF operations,
By: Chisom Okafor The Managing Director, Anambra State Health Insurance Agency (ASHIA), Dr Simeon Onyemaechi has tasked the Officers-in-charge (OICs) of primary health centres (PHCs) to improve patient utilization rate for Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF) to at least 25%. He disclosed that the 25% utilization rate is a prerequisite for eligibility in the planned
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