N.I.C.'s Medical scheme

The scheme guarantees adequate medical services to its members and dependants up to specific limits.

Members are allowed up to four (4) dependants i.e. the principal beneficiary, his/her spouse and three dependant children.

The Terms for Becoming an Insured or Enrollment into the Nicare Health Plan: a. Must be a resident of Sierra Leone b. Must be in full time employment

What is covered under the scheme?

Out-patient services

· Doctor’s visit/consultation fees

· Prescribed drugs

· Diagnostic tests and x-rays

· Out-patient surgical operations

· Emergency care

· Dental care (limited to extraction only)

· Optical care (excluding spectacles)

Inpatient service

· Hospital accommodation/room and board

· Surgical and medical expenses

· Anesthetic fees

· Diagnostic test and x-rays

· Drugs used in hospitals