THE DELTA STATE CONTRIBUTORY HEALTH SCHEME PLAN SHALL COMPRISE OF FOUR COMPONENTS:
- The Delta State Equity Health Plan (EHP)–This shall be a plan for vulnerable groups as defined in this law. Other criteria for eligibility into the health plan shall be as approved by the State Executive Council on the recommendation of the Commission. The point of entry shall be designated Primary Health Care Facilities who shall refer, if necessary, to designated Secondary and Tertiary health facilities.
- The Informal Health Plan (IHP) – This shall be an ‘affordable’ Plan providing a prescribed package of healthcare services at prescribed contributions accessible to all residents. The point of entry shall be designated Public and Private health facilities;
- The Formal Health Plan (FHP) – This shall be a contributory plan for all public and organized private formal sector employees wherein the employer and employees shall make contributions as determined by the Board.
- The Delta State Private Health Plan (PHP)- This shall consist of a variety of packages providing extra healthcare services in direct proportion to the contribution made by the individual;
- Any other component as may be developed by the Commission with the approval of the Board.
