The National Health Insurance Authority (National Health Insurance Authority) has temporarily suspended three pharmacies from the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) over alleged fraudulent claims and service irregularities.
The affected facilities are:
▪️ Deldem Pharma Limited, Iron City – Weija
▪️ Paramedica Pharmacy, Guggisberg Avenue – Ablekuma
▪️ Desh Chemist, Amasaman-Odumase High Street
According to the NHIA, a routine claims verification exercise uncovered material irregularities in transactions linked to the facilities, raising “reasonable suspicion of fraud and abuse” under the NHIS Provider Service Agreement.
The suspension takes immediate effect from May 14, 2026, barring the pharmacies from dispensing medicines or offering services under the NHIS.
The Authority has urged NHIS subscribers to seek pharmaceutical services from other accredited providers nationwide.
NHIA Chief Executive, Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe, warned that the Authority will not tolerate practices that threaten the sustainability of the Scheme, stressing that offenders could face fines, imprisonment of up to 10 years, or both upon conviction.
