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HCPAY (HCPAY)
Pays for drugs and services out of pocket
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Description

HCPAY indicates whether the woman pays for medical drugs and services out of pocket.

Comparability

Apart from universe differences, HCPAY has no comparability problems.

Comparability - Standard DHS

HCPAY is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.

Universe

  • Ghana 2008: Women age 15-49 who are covered by health insurance.
  • Ghana 2014: Women age 15-49 who are covered by health insurance or are registered with NHIS.
  • Ghana: 2008-W, 2008-C, 2008-B, 2008-W, 2014-W, 2014-C, 2014-B, 2014-W