NHIA: How to register, add dependents, change hospitals, subscribe to GIFSHIP

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) formerly known as NHIS, has released its requirements for new registrations, addition of dependents (family members), change of hospital, and GIFSHIP.

The goal of the NHIA is to ensure Nigerians have access to good healthcare services at incredibly subsidised rates. Its insurance package covers consultations, tests, medical consumables and minor surgeries. The GIFSHIP program allows private individuals, families and groups to enjoy the same insurance benefits. It is a good way to save costs and expenses regarding health care.

Individuals- Accommodates a minimum of one enrollee and maximum of three enrollees with a cost of 45,000 naira per year.

Family- Mininum of one enrolee and maximum of four enrollees. The maximum enrollees can be extended to nine. It costs 60,000 naira per year.

Group- Minimum of ten enrollees. No maximum. It costs 150,000 naira per year.