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    "id": 92484,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Dr. Khalwale",
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        "legal_name": "Bonny Khalwale",
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    "content": "On a point of order, Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir. My next point of order is a request for a Ministerial Statement from the Minister in for Medical Services. This is in respect of the new enhanced National Hospital Insurance Fund rates charged on contributors. I would like the following issues to be clarified: (i) What was the scientific basis for raising by 600 per cent to Kshs2,000 for those in the upper income bracket and what are the accruing rebates in NHIF accredited hospitals? (ii) Did the Minister make any consultations with stake holders, for example, COTU, Federation of Kenya Employees, insurance companies, Kenya Hospitals Association, among others, before gazettment? (iii) Is the Minister aware that the International Finance Corporation, an arm of the World Bank is currently conducting a study with a view of establishing the capacity of the NHIF to administer these massive funds to ensure that contributors get value for their money? (iv) What is the relationship between these new rates that have just been announced and the intention by the Government to introduce a universal health insurance scheme for all Kenyans? (v) Will the Minister consider rescinding his decision in view of the outcry from workers so as to pave way for further consultations with stakeholders and await the conclusion of the above World Bank-funded study by the International Finance Corporation?"
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