Also known as: Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe · Dr. Bampoe
Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority overseeing Free Primary Healthcare implementation and NHIS claims processing.
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Joy Online
… The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, made the announcement in a speech read on his behalf at a FPHC durbar at Zuarungu in the Bolgatanga East District. …
Gov’t invests GH¢443m in Free Primary Health Care – Dr Asare BampoeThe Ghanaian Times
… Commenting on the payment, NHIA Chief Executive, Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, explained that the FPHC is designed to help keep Ghanaians healthier through regular checks and the adoption of healthier lifestyles, so that health conditions are identified and addressed before they become …
NHIA releases GH¢35.1 million for Free Primary Healthcare servicesJoy Online
… Chief Executive of the NHIA, Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, expressed appreciation to the officers for their service and dedication, acknowledging their contribution to the successful establishment of the Fund. …
NHIA releases 13 staff to Ghana Medical Trust Fund after one-year secondmentJoy Online
… Chief Executive of the NHIA, Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, said the programme was intended to promote healthier lifestyles and facilitate early diagnosis, thereby reducing the likelihood of diseases becoming severe and more expensive to treat. …
NHIA releases GH¢35.1m to 107 districts for Free Primary HealthcareJoy Online
… Commenting on the latest payment, the Chief Executive of the NHIA, Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, reaffirmed the Authority’s determination to ensure prompt reimbursement of healthcare providers as part of broader efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery. …
NHIA disburses GH¢219.8m to healthcare providersJoy Online
… The Chief Executive Officer of the NHIA, Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, supervised the activities at the Head Office and expressed satisfaction with the enthusiasm and participation of staff during the initiative. …
NHIA continues nationwide wellness and clean-up campaign with monthly staff exerciseThe Ghanaian Times
… The Chief Executive of the NHIA, Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe, said the payment demonstrates the Authority’s commitment to reimbursing healthcare providers on time. …
NHIA pays GHS219.8 million to healthcare providersThe Ghanaian Times
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, has called for stronger collaboration between public relations professionals and the health sector to improve public health outcomes and combat misinformation. …
Effective communication key to better health outcomes — NHIA CEOJoy Online
The CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, has called for stronger collaboration between public relations professionals and the health sector to improve public health outcomes and combat misinformation. …
NHIA CEO Victor Bampoe advocates strategic communication to improve public health outcomesThe Ghanaian Times
… Also speaking at the event, the Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, underscored the central role of communication in building trust, particularly within the health sector. …
GMA, UniMAC host PR dialogue to bridge classroom, industryThe government has released GH¢443 million to retool selected facilities for the Free Primary Health Care programme, with GH¢36 million distributed to 107 district health facilities nationwide. The Upper East Region received GH¢4.2 million for 14 district health facilities, with funds paid directly to facilities to improve efficiency.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has released GH¢443 million to retool selected facilities for the Free Primary Health Care programme, with GH¢36 million distributed to 107 district health facilities nationwide. The Upper East Region received GH¢4.2 million for 14 district health facilities, with funds paid directly to facilities to improve efficiency.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has released GH¢35,099,215.84 as first-quarter payment to 107 districts implementing the Free Primary Healthcare programme, launched in April, which allocates resources based on population size to provide preventive care at community level alongside the existing NHIS.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Health Insurance Authority has released 13 staff members to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund after completing a one-year secondment to support the Fund's establishment and operations. The NHIA CEO acknowledged their contributions to building the institution and expressed commitment to ongoing collaboration with the Fund.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has released GH¢35.1 million to 107 districts implementing the Free Primary Healthcare programme, launched in April 2026 to provide predictable resources for preventive and community-level healthcare services including health screenings, maternal and child healthcare, and immunisations.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has disbursed GH¢219.84 million to credentialed healthcare providers, comprising outstanding claims from previous years and vetted claims for services provided up to May 2026. The disbursement brings total claims paid this year to nearly GH¢1.2 billion, with private healthcare providers receiving 44.69 per cent, public facilities 36.78 per cent, and mission and faith-based facilities 18.53 per cent of the allocation.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has launched a recurring monthly wellness and clean-up initiative across its offices, featuring physical workouts, health screenings, and clean-up activities. The CEO designated the last Friday of each month for the programme, which aims to promote healthy lifestyles and workplace culture.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority paid GHS219.8 million to credentialed healthcare providers on July 1, 2026, covering a backlog of claims from previous years and vetted claims through May 2026. The payment, which brings 2026 total claims disbursed to nearly GHS1.2 billion, was distributed across private facilities (GHS98.24 million), public facilities (GHS80.86 million), and mission and faith-based facilities (GHS40.70 million).
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority has called for stronger collaboration between public relations professionals and the health sector, saying effective communication is essential for improving public health outcomes, combating misinformation, and achieving Universal Health Coverage.
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority has urged stronger collaboration between public relations professionals and the health sector to improve public health outcomes and combat misinformation. He said effective communication is essential in healthcare delivery for influencing public behaviour, promoting preventive care, and building confidence in health systems.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Global Media Alliance and the University of Media, Arts and Communication held a World Public Relations Day Festival event in Accra bringing together industry practitioners, executives, policymakers and students to explore strategic communication skills. The Minister for Sports and Recreation and the CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority highlighted the importance of listening, integrity, and trust-building in communication.
23 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's National Health Insurance Authority chief joined the country's delegation at a two-day African Union summit in Accra to discuss improving healthcare across the continent, focusing on ending AIDS by 2030, reducing preventable maternal deaths, and strengthening health systems.
22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Health Insurance Authority has announced free NHIS registration for persons affected by recent floods in Accra and their dependants, citing risks of diarrhoea and cholera outbreaks following disruption to sanitation systems and water contamination.
1 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority describes the government's Free Primary Healthcare programme as the most significant reform to Ghana's health financing system since the NHIS was introduced. The NHIA says the programme will prioritise prevention, early diagnosis and basic healthcare services at the community level, and success will depend on strong collaboration with healthcare providers including the Christian Health Association of Ghana.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has declared a renewed crackdown on illegal charges at health facilities, saying the practice erodes public confidence in the National Health Insurance Scheme and undermines Universal Health Coverage efforts. The CEO acknowledged that accredited health facilities across different categories continue to impose unauthorised fees despite patients presenting valid NHIS cards.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority says it is making progress in clearing outstanding claims to healthcare providers and is preparing to implement a review of service tariffs, following increased government financial support aimed at relieving financial pressures on hospitals and clinics.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority CEO has described the Christian Health Association of Ghana as an indispensable partner in delivering NHIS healthcare, particularly in rural and underserved communities, noting that CHAG operates 375 health facilities and provides between 30 and 40 per cent of healthcare services despite owning only about seven per cent of the country's facilities.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority has emphasised the importance of health insurance and holistic well-being among young people, urging students to prioritize their health while pursuing academic and professional ambitions. Speaking at the University of Cape Coast SRC Week Conference under the NHIS Campus Connect initiative, Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe stated that healthcare should not be viewed as a luxury and that well-being requires maintaining balance across physical, mental and emotional dimensions.
20 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has temporarily suspended Deldem Pharma Limited, Paramedica Pharmacy and Desh Chemist from providing services under the NHIS following a routine claims verification exercise that uncovered material irregularities and raised reasonable suspicion of fraud and abuse. The suspension took immediate effect from May 14, and the NHIA warned that healthcare providers convicted of NHIS fraud face fines, imprisonment of up to 10 years, or both.
15 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Health Insurance Authority has suspended three pharmacies—Deldem Pharma Limited in Weija, PARAMEDICA Pharmacy in Ablekuma, and DESH CHEMIST in Amasaman—from the NHIS following a routine claims verification exercise that identified material irregularities and suspected fraud. The suspended pharmacies are barred from providing services or dispensing medicines under the scheme during the suspension.
15 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Health Insurance Authority has suspended three pharmacies—DELDEM PHARMA LIMITED, PARAMEDICA PHARMACY, and DESH CHEMIST—from the NHIS over suspected fraudulent claims and irregular service transactions discovered during a routine verification exercise. The suspension takes effect immediately, and the pharmacies are barred from providing services or dispensing medicines under the scheme until further notice.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has launched the STORM Initiative to offer free NHIS registration and renewal nationwide from April 15 to May 31, 2026, waiving registration and renewal fees as well as the one-month waiting period for new and returning members. The campaign involves mobilisation of NHIA staff at district level to register people in communities, markets, churches, mosques, lorry parks, schools, workplaces and rural areas.
7 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority held a free registration and renewal exercise at Manhyia Palace in recognition of Otumfuo's contribution to health advocacy and to honour his 27th anniversary on the Golden Stool and his 76th birthday in 2026. The initiative aims to register one million people in the Ashanti Region as part of a partnership between traditional leadership and state institutions to expand healthcare coverage.
7 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority outlined three fundamental pillars—policy consistency, fiscal discipline, and sustainable financing—as essential to strengthening Ghana's health system, speaking at a Ghana National Universal Health Compact Roundtable held jointly by the Ministry of Health Ghana and the World Bank.
6 May 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has announced the STORM initiative, a nationwide programme running from April 15 to May 31 that allows Ghanaians to register or renew NHIS membership free of charge with immediate access to healthcare services, with NHIA staff deployed across communities to facilitate enrolment.
4 May 2026 · Joy Online →