Services - HMCAN

What We Offer

Comprehensive Support for Nigeria's Health Insurance Sector

HMCAN provides a range of services to member HMOs, stakeholders, and the broader healthcare ecosystem to advance universal health coverage in Nigeria.

Advocacy & Policy Engagement

We actively engage with government agencies, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), and policymakers to advocate for favorable policies and regulations that support the growth of health insurance in Nigeria.

Policy analysis and recommendations
Engagement with National Assembly
Collaboration with NHIA on regulatory matters
Addressing legal contradictions affecting the sector

Industry Self-Regulation

Through our joint committee with the Healthcare Providers Association of Nigeria (HCPAN), we establish and enforce standards to ensure quality service delivery across the health insurance ecosystem.

Setting professional and ethical standards
Monitoring compliance among member HMOs
Dispute resolution mechanisms
Quality assurance programs

Capacity Building & Training

We conduct regular training programs, workshops, and conferences to enhance the capabilities of health insurance professionals and strengthen the overall sector.

Annual conferences and AGMs
Provider forums nationwide
Professional development programs
Best practice sharing sessions

Stakeholder Collaboration

We facilitate collaboration among HMOs, healthcare providers, government agencies, and other stakeholders to create a unified approach to achieving universal health coverage.

Partnership with HCPAN and IHFM
Collaboration with state health insurance schemes
Engagement with international health organizations
Public-private partnership facilitation

Research & Data Analytics

We conduct research and gather data to inform policy decisions, track industry performance, and identify opportunities for growth and improvement.

Industry performance monitoring
Health insurance coverage analysis
Market research and trends
Impact assessment studies

Public Education & Awareness

We work to increase public awareness about health insurance, educate Nigerians on the benefits of coverage, and promote enrollment in health insurance schemes.

Public awareness campaigns
Educational materials development
Media engagement and communication
Community outreach programs

Our Activities

Key Initiatives & Programs

01

Annual General Meetings

Regular AGMs bringing together all stakeholders to discuss industry challenges, share insights, and chart the course for the sector.

02

Provider Forums

Nation-wide accredited provider forums to address operational challenges and improve service delivery standards.

03

Policy Advocacy

Continuous engagement with policymakers to address legal contradictions and promote enabling regulations for sector growth.

04

Quality Monitoring

Regular monitoring and evaluation of member HMOs to ensure compliance with standards and quality service delivery.

Current Priorities

Our 2025-2026 Focus Areas

Unified Industry Association

Bringing all health insurance operators under a unified association to strengthen collective impact and advocacy.

Mandatory Coverage Enforcement

Working with NHIA and state agencies to enforce mandatory health insurance coverage while educating Nigerians on its benefits.

Legal Harmonization

Addressing contradictions between the NHIA Act and the Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Act to facilitate sector growth.

Demand Creation

Encouraging government to create demand around healthcare facilities and mobilize communities to use available health services.

Our Services