Geita RC warns hospitals over insurance discrimination

GEITA: GEITA Regional Commissioner, Alexander Mnyeti, has directed public and private healthcare facilities to provide Universal Health Coverage (UHC) beneficiaries with all entitled medical services, warning against favouring patients who pay in cash over those covered by the scheme.

Mr Mnyeti issued the directive recently during the launch of the second phase of the UHC scheme in Katoro Township, Geita Region.

He said beneficiaries were entitled to medical services stipulated under the scheme’s terms and conditions and relevant government regulations, adding that no one should be denied treatment without justifiable reasons.

“Citizens must not be denied services for unjustifiable reasons. Any complaints that arise should be addressed promptly and professionally,” he said.

The regional commissioner directed the Regional Medical Officer’s Office to investigate complaints that some healthcare facilities prioritise patients paying in cash while neglecting those covered by health insurance.

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“I strongly urge healthcare providers not to prioritise patients who pay in cash while neglecting those with health insurance simply because they do not make cash payments,” Mr Mnyeti said.

He also instructed district commissioners, council directors and other government officials to educate residents on the scheme’s importance, benefits, costs and enrolment procedures.

Mr Mnyeti further directed each local government authority to monitor and evaluate implementation of the programme and submit a report within 14 days, outlining achievements, challenges and measures needed to improve service delivery.

Geita Regional Medical Officer, Dr Omari Sukari, said the region had approximately 5,000 healthcare providers who would help ensure access to medical services for all residents, including insurance beneficiaries.

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