The Lagos State Health Management Agency (LASHMA) has announced that over one million residents have been successfully enrolled in its Ilera Eko health insurance scheme, marking a significant step towards achieving Universal Health Coverage in the state.
Despite this milestone, LASHMA is intensifying efforts to raise awareness and encourage more residents to join the scheme.
To reach the informal sector, the agency has established multiple registration points across the state, including divisional offices, sub-divisional offices, and kiosks.
Enrolment officers are also actively engaging with communities to enlist residents, and grassroots programmes have been launched to increase awareness.
To address financial challenges, LASHMA has introduced a flexible instalment plan, allowing residents to pay premiums in monthly, quarterly, or bi-annually instalments.
In partnership with the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASRRA), LASHMA aims to enhance registration and utilization of Ilera Eko, with the goal of ensuring more residents benefit from the scheme.
The partnership will initially be piloted in five locations, with plans to expand to other areas in the second phase.
“Our partnership with LASRRA, therefore, is the beginning of another journey, which we expect to increase our awareness, registration, enrolment drive and utilisation of healthcare services covered by cc as anyone who registers on LASRRA will also automatically register on Ilera Eko if such resident has not registered before.
“Similarly, a Biometric device (Card Reader) will be deployed to the selected Hospitals to be used by LASHMA, to access Enrollees information and capture the biometrics of both the old and new Enrollees on the database before they access care.
“Lessons learnt on both fronts will ensure a successful scale-up in the shortest possible time. As an integral part of our roll-out plan, intersectoral collaboration has played a key role and this partnership with LASRRA exemplifies on resolve to continue on this trajectory. Achieving UHC is no mean feat and all must be on deck.
“I would like to implore every resident in the State who is yet to register with the Lagos State Residents Registration Agency to do so immediately because registration with LASRRA aside from being evidence that the resident resides in the State, is also an opportunity to enjoy the dividends of democracy in the State. All the good things happening in the state, will be done now through LASRRA ID Card.
“Our mandate in LASHMA is “Leaving No One Behind”. We want to ensure that everyone in the State has access to quality and affordable healthcare services irrespective of their socio-economic status. We do not need to run helter-skelter to pay huge medical bills and neither do we need to pay out-of-pocket, once we are on Ilera Eko,” she highlighted.
The General Manager of LASRRA, Mrs Bilikiss Adebiyi-Abiola, encouraged residents to register with the agency to access essential services, including the state’s health insurance scheme.
She emphasized that LASRRA aims to create a comprehensive database of Lagos State residents, crucial for informed policy decisions, planning, and resource allocation.
Adebiyi-Abiola highlighted the partnership with LASHMA, noting that registering with LASRRA grants residents access to quality healthcare through Ilera Eko.
Registration also enables individuals and families to receive health insurance coverage, ensuring affordable healthcare without financial burdens.
Additionally, LASRRA registration provides access to various state services, including educational support, housing initiatives, social welfare programs, business development opportunities, and transport services.
She further explained, “LASRRA serves as the gateway to essential services provided by the Lagos State Government. Today, I want to specifically emphasise two key benefits that registration with LASRRA affords: Access to the Lagos State Health Insurance Scheme and seamless access to a plethora of Lagos State Services.
“Through LASRRA Registration, residents gain effortless access to LASHMA. This health insurance scheme is designed to ensure that every resident of Lagos State can access quality healthcare services without financial constraints. By registering with LASRRA, individuals and families become eligible for its coverage, providing them with peace of mind knowing that their healthcare needs are covered.
“Also, registering with LASRRA serves as a gateway to accessing various services offered by the state. Be it educational support, housing initiatives, social welfare programs, business development opportunities, or transport services. It ensures that no resident is left behind in the government’s efforts to build a stronger, more inclusive Lagos.
“At this juncture, I want to implore every resident of the state to take advantage of this opportunity by registering with LASRRA. It is a simple yet powerful step towards enjoying the dividends of good governance and unlocking the full spectrum of services offered by the State Government.
“In the health sector, the database will help in the deployment of health centres and determine discounts for treatment via State Health Insurance schemes for registered residents and pensioners. It also allows for the State’s identity database etc.
“The government is committed to improving the quality of life for all residents. By registering with LASRRA, you are not only verifying your stay in Lagos but also contributing to the collective growth and prosperity of our dear State.”
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