Dr. Akpoveta stated that the beneficiaries include 10 individuals with disabilities from each of the state’s 25 local government areas.
By Karo Oghenetega
Dr. Isaac Akpoveta, the Director General and CEO of the Delta State Contributory Health Commission, has announced that health insurance will be provided for 250 individuals with disabilities. He made this announcement during a courtesy visit from the Joint National Association of Persons with Disability at the commission’s office in Asaba, the Delta State capital, on Thursday.
Dr. Akpoveta stated that the beneficiaries include 10 individuals with disabilities from each of the state’s 25 local government areas. This initiative aims to ensure they receive quality healthcare services and are protected from the financial burdens of high out-of-pocket medical expenses.
Dr. Akpoveta said, “Through initiatives like the Indigent Enrollee Adoption Initiatives, Artisans Enrollee Inducement Initiatives, and TISHIP, the Delta State Health Insurance Commission strives to break down barriers and create a more inclusive healthcare system that caters to the diverse needs of the population.
“W acknowledged the unique challenges faced by persons with disabilities, including social stigma, discrimination, and limited access to essential services.
“It is the collective responsibility of citizens to challenge such barriers and create an inclusive society that respects and values the contributions of every citizen, I want to reaffirm the Commission’s commitment to ensuring their inclusion, support, and equal opportunities within the society.
“In this pursuit, the Delta State Contributory Health Commission Law of December 2019 has taken significant steps to ensure that individuals with disabilities receive the quality healthcare they deserve.
“The Equity Health Plan, as stated in section 18 subsection I(a) of the Law, recognizes the vulnerable, which includes pregnant women, children under five (5) years, the elderly over 65 years of age, the physically and mentally challenged, the less privileged, and others”
Dr. Akpoveta praised Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for his M.O.R.E agenda, which has enabled all Delta state residents to access quality and affordable healthcare.
He urged philanthropists, high net worth individuals, and organizations to support people with disabilities by purchasing health insurance premiums at 7,000 Naira per person through the DSCHS, as the government cannot manage this alone.
Earlier, Mr. Ernest Igbuzor, the state Chairman of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities and Special Assistant to the Governor on Disabilities Matters, explained that their visit was to request the Delta State Contributory Health Commission to address the healthcare needs of Persons with Disabilities.
Igbuzor emphasized the importance of this appeal to ensure his members receive medical attention at designated central hospitals across the state, so they can maintain their health and contribute to society.
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