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Evaluation of Community-Based Health Insurance Awareness and Willingness to Enroll Among Rural Households in North-Central Nigeria

Health Systems Strengthening
5 Objectives
5 Research Questions

Background

Community-based health insurance schemes have been promoted as mechanisms for improving financial protection and healthcare access among underserved populations. However, enrollment remains relatively low in many rural Nigerian communities due to limited awareness, affordability concerns, and trust-related issues. Understanding awareness levels and factors influencing willingness to enroll is essential for improving scheme design and expanding coverage. This study seeks to evaluate awareness and willingness to participate in community-based health insurance programs among rural households in North-Central Nigeria.

Research Objectives

  • Assess awareness of community-based health insurance schemes.
  • Determine willingness to enroll among rural households.
  • Examine factors influencing enrollment intentions.
  • Identify barriers to participation in insurance programs.
  • Evaluate perceptions regarding scheme benefits.

Research Questions

  • What is the level of awareness of community-based health insurance?
  • What proportion of households are willing to enroll?
  • Which factors influence enrollment intentions?
  • What barriers hinder participation?
  • How do households perceive scheme benefits?

Suggested Methodology

A community-based cross-sectional survey will be conducted among rural households selected through multistage sampling. Data will be analyzed using descriptive statistics and logistic regression models.

Suggested Sample

400 household heads in rural communities

Keywords

Health InsuranceUniversal Health CoverageRural HealthHealthcare FinancingHealth SystemsNigeria

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