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Few to listen at event to discuss NHI proposals
Few to listen at event to discuss NHI proposals
DESPITE it's "open for input" mantra, the National Health Insurance Bahamas' public consultation series was launched here in New Providence last night to a sparse crowd.
Nottage hits at NHI critics
Nottage hits at NHI critics
Minister of National Security Dr. Bernard Nottage said many of the people against National Health Insurance (NHI) are more interested in their "own condition" than the welfare of Bahamians.
Financial services minister hopeful of 'consensus' on NHI
Financial Services Minister Hope Strachan, while unwilling to call for a delay in the implementation of the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, told Guardian Business on Tuesday night that she thinks the Christie administration must do all in its power to engage the private insurance sector to reach a "consensus position that is acceptable".
NIB targeting outstanding 'millions'
NIB targeting outstanding 'millions'
The National Insurance Board (NIB) is launching an initiative aimed at scooping up millions in outstanding payments, according to NIB head of compliance Stephen Thompson, who said the timing - just weeks before the recalcitrant employers require letters of good standing from NIB - is no accident.
BIA to meet with NHI Secretariat
BIA to meet with NHI Secretariat
As the rollout of the Christie administration's National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme inches closer, and the cracks widen in the already loose coalition of the potentially willing stakeholders due to uncertainty and differences of opinions, the Bahamas Insurance Association (BIA) accepted an invitation to meet with the NHI Implementation Committee today "hopeful" that critical details will be elu...
Nottage: Christie govt most progressive Bahamas has seen
Minister of National Security Dr. Bernard Nottage said yesterday the Christie administration has been the most "progressive government" The Bahamas has ever seen.
Minister of Financial Services meets with Central Bank Governor and other Financial Services Regulators
Minister of Financial Services meets with Central Bank Governor and other Financial Services Regulators
Minister of Financial Services, the Hon. Hope Strachan, pictured centre, met with the Governor of the Central Bank of the Bahamas and other Financial Services Regulators on Monday, February 8, 2016.
FNM 'most powerful political organisation'
FNM 'most powerful political organisation'
CHAIRMAN Michael Pintard last night called the Free National Movement "the most powerful political organisation" in the country as the party officially introduced two of its general election 2017 candidates.
Govt to revise NHI scheme after doctor alarm
Govt to revise NHI scheme after doctor alarm
THE government is set to make numerous revisions to its National Health Insurance scheme after doctors expressed concerns about it last month, The Tribune understands.
Doctors union president: NHI capitation rate 'a financial challenge'
Dr. Charles Arthur Clarke, president of the Bahamas Doctors Union, has outlined the financial concerns facing doctors who are considering enrolling as providers of the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme.
No law in place for NIB to register for NHI
No law in place for NIB to register for NHI
Nearly three weeks after the government commenced registration for National Health Insurance (NHI), National Insurance Board (NIB) Senior Deputy Director Cecile Bethel indicated that the registration component of the universal healthcare scheme cannot ensue until NHI legislation is passed to allow NIB to share information about its registrants with the NHI Secretariat.
Insurers: Keep coverage despite NHI
Insurers: Keep coverage despite NHI
The second month of 2016 has ticked over, and despite the supposed beginning of enrolment for the Christie administration's National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, the fact is that the legislation underpinning the scheme has yet to be finalized, approved by the Cabinet, debated in the Parliament and brought into law.
AG touts 15M fine in oil bill
AG touts 15M fine in oil bill
Attorney General Allyson Maynard-Gibson continues to tout the environmental protections included in the Petroleum Bill while making the case for drilling for oil in The Bahamas, given the stiff objection from an environmental lobby concerned about the risk to an at-risk eco-system.
Govt to reconsider one aspect of NHI scheme
Govt to reconsider one aspect of NHI scheme
THE Christie administration has agreed to reconsider its position on patient-centred medical homes, a leading physician said yesterday, noting that the matter has been a significant point of contention for doctors negotiating with the government on its proposed National Health Insurance scheme.
Govt 'addressing NHI concerns'
Govt 'addressing NHI concerns'
Weeks after demanding that the government respect the views of stakeholders on forming a palatable National Health Insurance (NHI) plan, Bahamas Doctors Union (BDU) President Dr. Charles Arthur Clarke said yesterday that "significant adjustments" have been made by the government.
BIA ready to deal with govt on NHI - but no meeting since December
BAHAMAS Insurance Association Chairman Emmanuel Komolafe yesterday suggested that the group is willing to "compromise" on its stance regarding the administration of National Health Insurance, adding that the insurers are not an "enemy".
BIA chairman: Oncoming 'headwinds' with NHI
BIA chairman: Oncoming 'headwinds' with NHI
Questions remain as to the role of private health insurers within the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, Bahamas Insurance Association (BIA) Chairman Emmanuel Komolafe told Rotarians yesterday.
No final decision yet on penalty for not signing up to NHI
CHIEF Medical Officer Dr Glen Beneby yesterday said no "final" decision has been made on whether the government will penalise those who do not to enrol for National Health Insurance, but stressed that officials are discussing ways by which to "encourage persons to comply" instead of creating a penalty.
Police still in the dark on NHI
Police still in the dark on NHI
DESPITE assurances from the government, the Police Staff Association continues to be concerned about the future of the health insurance scheme for police officers, fearing that it will be diminished as National Health Insurance comes on stream.
PM tells doctors KPMG will consult on NHI
PM tells doctors KPMG will consult on NHI
The Consultants Physicians Staff Association (CPSA) and the Medical Association of The Bahamas (MAB) met on Tuesday night with Prime Minister Perry Christie, who revealed that he has asked international firm KPMG to provide yet another layer of outside consultation on the National Health Insurance (NHI) scheme, Guardian Business has learned.
Truth, facts and interpretations
Truth, facts and interpretations
Dear Editor, There are a lot of quotes about the truth. And like any good quote they are immediately applicable to our society.
Insurers lash health minister
Insurers lash health minister
The Bahamas Insurance Association (BIA) has struck out at Health Minister Dr. Perry Gomez, charging that Gomez's assertions about the "breast cancer gene" and how local insurance companies respond to breast cancer are "completely false". The BIA has challenged Gomez to publicize any evidence backing up that claim.
During a presentation at which Princess Margaret Hospital received four new dialysi...
Greg Moss: NHI charging Bahamians a second time for public health care
MARCO City MP Gregory Moss adamantly opposes National Health Insurance, which he says is really about charging Bahamians a second time for access to public health care that they are already paying for now through taxes paid to the government.
SENATE DEBATE BY THE HON. ALLYSON MAYNARD-GIBSON ON THE COMPENDIUM OF PETROLEUM BILLS
I RISE IN SUPPORT OF THE PETROLEUM BILL, 2014: A BILL FOR AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR THE EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION OF PETROLEUM AND MATTERS INCIDENTAL THERETO; AND THE SOVEREIGN WEALTH FUND BILL, 2014: A BILL FOR AN ACT TO PROVIDE FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF A SOVEREIGN WEALTH FUND AND FOR MATTERS INCIDENTAL THERETO.
Insurers criticise PM for turning to foreign experts
Insurers criticise PM for turning to foreign experts
THE BAHAMAS Insurance Association yesterday criticised Prime Minister Perry Christie for opting to utilise a group of international healthcare experts over local professionals to examine his efforts on National Health Insurance.
Inform Bahamians, not foreign consultants
Inform Bahamians, not foreign consultants
Prime Minister Perry Christie pointed to how the government reluctantly allowed the Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation to become involved in the consultation process leading to value-added tax (VAT) as evidence that it will do the right thing on National Health Insurance (NHI).
Bradley B. Roberts PLP Chairman responds to Nassau Guardian editorial
The Nassau Guardian's editorial team should be hired to star in another sequel of the hit comedy "Dumb... and Dumber." Every day, rather than get better at what they should be doing they get worse.
BAF unveils succession plan
BAF unveils succession plan
The succession plans for the oldest life insurance company in the Bahamas, BAF Financial, were unveiled recently at the company's 2016 kick-off event for management and staff.
Brent Symonette open to leadership challenge
Brent Symonette open to leadership challenge
Former Deputy Prime Minister Brent Symonette is open to running for leader of the Free National Movement (FNM).
A govt of flam
A govt of flam
Its many challenges notwithstanding, the fourth estate in The Bahamas is stronger than it has been in a long while.