Frequently Asked Questions

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GENERAL PUBLIC (5)

24m+ inhabitants of the largest city of Nigeria, Lagos, which is also the largest city in whole Sub-Saharan Africa.

An Introduction to HEFAMAA...

Can a non-medical professional own a health care facility?

How do I get my hospital registered?

What is accreditation?

What is the difference between a private clinic and a private hospital?
HEALTHCARE FACILITIES (6)

Healthcare facilities are places that provide health care. They include hospitals, clinics, outpatient care centers, and specialized care centers, such as birthing centers and psychiatric care centers.

Can I renew the HEFAMAA registration of my hospital at anytime of the year?

How many times should I expect the HEFAMAA monitoring team visit my hospital before final registration?

If I have two differently located hospitals – one main and another annex – with same name, will a single registration cover for the two?

Must I use a purpose built building for my hospital or a rented/leased/ purchased apartment not initially planned and registered with town planning and urban development as a health facility?

What are the penalties for non-registration with HEFAMAA as a functioning hospital within the state?
HEALTHCARE PERSONNEL (3)

Health professionals study, diagnose, treat and prevent human illness, injury, and other physical and mental impairments in accordance with the needs of the populations they serve.

How do I verify the credentials of the personnel I am employing to ensure they are qualified?

What are the minimum requirements in terms of equipment and staff that I should have in my hospital?

What is the minimum number of years of experience (post basic qualification) that the operating officer of a hospital must have?

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