C-Care and DFCU Bank expand health insurance
The partnership aims to make comprehensive medical cover more accessible to individuals and families across Uganda.
C-Care Uganda and DFCU Bank have partnered to increase access to quality healthcare using Blue Care Insurance. This initiative combines DFCU Bank's financial network with C-Care's 21 healthcare facilities to reach more Ugandans. The partnership was announced at C-Care's Customer Appreciation Dinner in Kampala on October 30.
Blue Care Insurance, launched this year, offers comprehensive medical cover for individuals aged 18 to 70, with annual premiums starting at UGX 1 million. Arthur Kintu, Head of Bancassurance at DFCU Bank, stated that the bank will leverage C-Care's community presence to distribute the medical product. C-Care serves over 700,000 patients annually.
Sheila Aboth, Head of Brand and Client Experience at C-Care, noted that patient feedback from the dinner would guide improvements in healthcare services. Azhar Sundhoo, CEO of C-Care East Africa, emphasized that patient input should lead to tangible enhancements in care delivery.
Why it mattersUgandans seeking medical treatment will have greater financial protection against healthcare costs through this new insurance offering.