nhf.org.jm Apply For NHF Card Jamaica : National Health Fund

Name of the Organization : National Health Fund
Type of Facility : Apply For NHF Card
Country : Jamaica
Official Website : http://www.nhf.org.jm/

NHF Card

The National Health Fund was established to provide financial support to the healthcare system in Jamaica, with a view of improving the healthcare effectiveness and the overall health of the Jamaican population.

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Individual Benefits :
The NHFcard which provides subsidies to beneficiaries of all ages to treat 15 chronic illnesses. Every person living in Jamaica, diagnosed with any of the fifteen (15) chronic illnesses covered is eligible for coverage.There is no age limit, young and old, as well as rich and poor can benefit from NHF.

Illnesses Covered :
Regardless of age, health and income status, residents get help to pay for prescription drugs if they have any of the 15 specified chronic diseases.

The diseases covered are listed below :
** Breast Cancer
** Prostate Cancer
** Hypertension
** Ischaemic Heart Disease
** Rheumatic Fever/Heart Disease
** High Cholesterol
** Vascular Disease
** Diabetes
** Epilepsy
** Major Depression
** Glaucoma
** Psychosis
** Asthma
** Arthritis
** Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Application Process

** Collect a NHF Application Form from your doctor, hospital, health clinic, pharmacy, NHF Head Office or NHF Helpdesk locations.
** Take it to your doctor who will fill in the illnesses that the applicant has. The doctor must sign the form including his or her doctor’s registration number.

** Fill out all the relevant sections of the card – name address, date of birth, gender and your Tax Registration Number (TRN). If you do not have a TRN card, apply to your nearest Tax Office.
** Ensure that you copy the number correctly on your application or attach a photocopy to the completed application form and mail or take them to the NHF office.
** An adult or a legal guardian must sign the application card for children under the age of 18.
** Everyone applying for NHF Individual Benefits, including children must have a TRN. The Tax Office is ready to assist parents and guardians to obtain TRN cards for their infants and children.

Download Sample Form : http://www.nhf.org.jm/index.php/nhf-card

Contact Us :
National Health Fund
The Towers, 6th Floor
25 Dominica Drive, Kingston 5

Tel : (876) 906-1106
Tel : 1-888-DIAL-NHF (342-5643)
Fax : (876) 906-1105

FAQs

How confidential is my information with the NHF?
All information is kept confidential and secured. It is the policy of the National Health Fund to protect the privacy of its members. All our claims are adjudicated electronically which makes the handling of data very private and confidential.

Can I use my private health card along with my NHF card?
Yes. You can use your health card along with your NHF card. NHF will be the first provider.
Can I pay for the medication and claim from the NHF?
No. The NHF will not reimburse any beneficiary.

What if I lose my card?
If your card is lost or destroyed it will be replaced FREE of cost when it is reported. You also need to complete the NHF Change Form to have your card replaced. NB. Your doctor DOES NOT have to sign the NHF Change Form in this instance.

Will I have to renew my NHF card?
No, the expiry date on the card will not prevent you from accessing the benefits. Expiry dates are not printed on newer cards.