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People 'can keep existing coverage under NHI'
People 'can keep existing coverage under NHI'
BAHAMIANS who are satisfied with their existing health insurance coverage won't be affected by the implementation of National Health Insurance although they may be able to renegotiate their private insurance plans in order to pay a lower price, Health Minister Dr Perry Gomez said yesterday.
Commentary by Elcott Coleby - This Week in The Bahamas (1-5 August, 2016)
The Bahamas Parliament met on Wednesday where two major pieces of legislation were tabled and read for the first time.
Bahamas National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill Tabled
Bahamas National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill Tabled
Today, the Hon. Dr. Perry Gomez, Minister of Health tabled the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill.
Christie cites 600M price tag for undefined vital benefits package
The Christie administration has drafted a National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill which does not define the pivotal Vital Benefits Package, but speaking with Guardian Business yesterday in the margins of the 25th Bahamas Business Outlook, Prime Minister Perry Christie said the cost of the package has been estimated at between $600 million and $700 million, and spoke of a possible phased approach.
Backgrounder: UHC Stakeholder Advisory Council
Backgrounder: UHC Stakeholder Advisory Council
In keeping with the Government of The Bahamas? commitment to work with stakeholders to shape the design and implementation of universal health coverage (UHC) and support advancement of health system goals, the UHC Stakeholder Advisory Council is being formed.
Study aims to improve Rand Hospital services
Study aims to improve Rand Hospital services
A TRIPARTITE observational study is being undertaken by the Ministry of Health, Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) and the Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) aimed at improving health care services at the Rand Memorial Hospital/Grand Bahama Health Services.
2.6M contract to design new GB health facility
2.6M contract to design new GB health facility
A contract valued more than $2.6 million was signed yesterday between the Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) and The Beck Group to start the development of a master plan for a new Freeport Community Clinic.
2015-2016 Mid-Term Budget Review Contribution by the Hon. M. Perry Gomez
Mr. Speaker, I wish to begin by thanking the Almighty God for the wonderful privilege and opportunity to represent the Great People of North Andros and the Berry Islands in this Honourable House.
NHI Secretariat concludes successful week of meetings in Eleuthera, San Salvador, Spanish Wells and Harbour Island
NHI Secretariat concludes successful week of meetings in Eleuthera, San Salvador, Spanish Wells and Harbour Island
Public consultations regarding National Health Insurance (NHI) Bahamas were held this week in Eleuthera (Rock Sound and Governor?s Harbour), San Salvador, Spanish Wells and Harbour Island, to educate and engage residents about the modern, affordable and accessible healthcare system that NHI aims to deliver for Bahamians.
Concierge Emergency Medical Service officially opens
Concierge Emergency Medical Service officially opens
Alert International Official Opening Ceremony was held on Friday, February 26, 2016 in the Port Lucaya Marketplace and will provide premium concierge emergency medical health care services to visitors, international residents and locals alike.