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FAQs

How to confirm NHIF status? ›

You can always check your status or get your NHIF details by sending a text message with the format [ID {space} Your ID Number] e.g. (ID 12345678) to 1550, by dialling *155#, using the 'My NHIF' App which can be downloaded from Google Play or App Store or the NHIF Selfcare Platform.

Under the new Social Health Act of 2023, a person currently registered as a member of the repealed NHIF shall register afresh with the Social Health Authority as a member of the Social Health Insurance Fund. The authority shall deregister a person as a beneficiary upon death.

How long does it take for NHIF to be active? After registration, it takes two months for your card to become active. For this to happen, you should make your initial account payments for three months immediately after you complete the registration process.

Turnaround Time For Pre-authorization at NHIF

Turnaround for response is up to a minimum 24 working hours or a maximum of 48 hours once all relevant information has been received.

The 2.75% contribution

All workers are expected to contribute 2.75 per cent of their salaries towards the new health fund. Under NHIF, Kenyans were deducted between Sh150 to Sh1,700 for salaried workers and Sh500 for self-employed. Kenyans earning Sh20,000 were deducted Sh750, while those getting Sh50,000 paid 1,200.

If a member defaults for more than 12 Months, they will be treated like a new entrant/member in the scheme. They can reactivate their NHIF cover by paying KES 1,500 which will act as their three months' contribution.

If a member defaults for more than 12 Months, they will be treated like a new entrant/member in the scheme. They can reactivate their NHIF cover by paying KES 1,500 which will act as their three months' contribution.

Under the new penalty rates, defaulters will pay 10 per cent of the contributor's amount. Previously, the penalties were charged at half of the contributor's amount translating to Sh250 for every month defaulted.

What happens when you stop paying for NHIF? ›

NHIF Penalties for Late Payments

The NHIF penalties for late payment apply differently for those in the formal and informal sectors.To begin, if you are in the formal sector, the penalty you attract equals the amount you are contributing, thus you will be paying double the amount.

One can register online by using the NHIF Selfcare Platform and follow the steps outlined in the platform. One can register by dialing the USSD code *155# from any network and following the prompts. One can also register through 'My NHIF' App which can be downloaded from Google Play Store or Apple Store.

It includes coverage for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and Computerized Tomography (CT) scan, and Ultra Sound. It includes coverage of Chemotherapy, Radiotherapy, and Brachytherapy for cervix and prostate cancer. For up to 10 sessions annually.

Starting from January 2024, the government will reduce NHIF from Ksh 500 down to Ksh 300. 30 Apr 2024 - KeNHA announced that the road is closed until further notice.

President William Ruto has announced that Kenyans earning lower incomes will start paying Ksh. 300 to the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) from the current Ksh. 500.

One can register online by using the NHIF Selfcare Platform and follow the steps outlined in the platform. One can register by dialing the USSD code *155# from any network and following the prompts. One can also register through 'My NHIF' App which can be downloaded from Google Play Store or Apple Store.

Type NSSF, NSSF No, Date of Birth, Full Names and send to 6773. Remember to leave space after typing each detail. You will receive a PIN (after they validate their data) Type Bal, your new PIN” and send to 6773 View your statement balance.