Embu County SHA Accepting Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities

SHA Hospitals in Embu County provide comprehensive healthcare services to residents across the region through the Social Health Authority's universal healthcare coverage program. SHA has contracted 9,365 healthcare facilities, comprising 5,219 public, 3,650 private, and 496 faith-based institutions nationwide, with several key facilities serving the people of Embu County.

Public Healthcare Facilities

1. Embu Level 5 Hospital (Embu Provincial General Hospital)

Embu Level 5 Hospital is located on the Embu - Nairobi Highway opposite Izaak Walton Hotel, P.O. Box 33 - 60100, Embu, Kenya. This is the main referral hospital for the county and serves as the flagship facility among SHA Hospitals in Embu County.

Services Offered:

General medical services
Surgical procedures
Maternity services
Pediatric care
Emergency services
Specialized medical consultations

Contact Information:

Location: Embu-Nairobi Highway, Embu Town
Postal Address: P.O. Box 33-60100, Embu
Level: 5 Hospital
SHA Status: Fully accredited

2. Runyenjes District Hospital

The county has a health infrastructure consisting of both public and private facilities. It is the host to Embu Provincial General Hospital and three district hospitals; Runyenjes, Siakago and Ishiara. Runyenjes District Hospital serves the eastern part of the county and is among the key SHA Hospitals in Embu offering comprehensive healthcare services.

Services Offered:

General outpatient services
Inpatient care
Maternity services
Laboratory services
Radiology services
Emergency care

Contact Information:

Location: Runyenjes Town
Level: 4 Hospital
SHA Status: Accredited

3. Siakago District Hospital

This facility serves the central region of Embu County and provides essential healthcare services to the surrounding communities. It's strategically positioned to serve rural populations and is fully integrated into the SHA network.

Services Offered:

General medical services
Surgical procedures
Maternity care
Pediatric services
Laboratory services
Pharmacy services

Contact Information:

Location: Siakago Town
Level: 4 Hospital
SHA Status: Accredited

"The County government of Embu has gone beyond its call of duty to ensure Embu residents enjoy improved access to both preventive and curative health services that are easily accessible and affordable." - Embu County Government

Private Healthcare Facilities

4. Consolata Kyeni Hospital

Consolata Kyeni Hospital is located in Embu County, Kenya and represents one of the leading private healthcare providers among SHA Hospitals in Embu County. This faith-based institution offers comprehensive medical services with modern facilities.

Services Offered:

General medicine
Surgical services
Maternity and gynecology
Pediatrics
Laboratory services
Radiology
Pharmacy

Contact Information:

Location: Kyeni, Embu County
Type: Private/Faith-based
SHA Status: Accredited

5. Embu Children Hospital

Embu Children Hospital is located in Embu, Embu County, Kenya and specializes in pediatric care. This facility is particularly important for child healthcare services in the region and is fully integrated into the SHA system.

Services Offered:

Pediatric consultations
Child immunization
Neonatal care
Pediatric surgery
Emergency pediatric care
Specialized child healthcare

Contact Information:

Location: Embu Town
Type: Private Specialized Hospital
SHA Status: Accredited

6. Tenri Hospital

Embu Children Hospital, Tenri is among the sponsors of the games during the 10th editons of the water services Companies Sports Organization (Wasco) games. Tenri Hospital serves as a significant healthcare provider in the region and is one of the prominent SHA Hospitals in Embu County.

Services Offered:

General medical services
Surgical procedures
Maternity services
Dental services
Laboratory services
Radiology services

Contact Information:

Location: Embu County
Type: Private Hospital
SHA Status: Accredited

"To this end, the County made a conscious decision to allocate about one third of the entire county budget to health services year on year." - Embu County Government Health Department

District and Sub-County Hospitals

7. Ishiara District Hospital

As one of the three district hospitals in Embu County, Ishiara serves the southern region and provides essential healthcare services to rural communities. This facility is fully integrated into the SHA network and provides quality healthcare services.

Services Offered:

General outpatient services
Inpatient care
Maternity services
Basic surgical procedures
Laboratory services
Emergency care

Contact Information:

Location: Ishiara Town
Level: 4 Hospital
SHA Status: Accredited

8. Kairuri Health Centre

Building an additional 35 health facilities at a cost of over Kshs 100 million Constructed minor theatres in all our six level four hospitals located Health In Kairuri. This facility has been upgraded and now serves as an important healthcare provider among SHA Hospitals in Embu County.

Services Offered:

Primary healthcare services
Outpatient consultations
Maternity services
Laboratory services
Immunization services
Community health programs

Contact Information:

Location: Kairuri Sub-County
Level: Health Centre
SHA Status: Accredited

"Serviceable ambulances in all four sub-counties to attend to emergencies for the sick and accidents Operationalized health centers and dispensaries through provision of medicine, equipment and medical personnel in Health facilities." - Embu County Health Infrastructure

Community Health Facilities

9. Sub-County Health Centers

Operationalized health centers and dispensaries through provision of medicine, equipment and medical personnel in Health facilities. These facilities form the backbone of primary healthcare delivery and are essential components of SHA Hospitals in Embu County network.

Services Offered:

Primary healthcare
Preventive care
Basic curative services
Maternal and child health
Community health programs
Health education

Locations:

Distributed across all four sub-counties
Level: Health Centers and Dispensaries
SHA Status: Accredited

10. Specialized Maternity Facilities

The county has 180 health facilities, out of which 5 are approved by NHIF to offer free maternal services. These specialized facilities focus on maternal health and are now integrated into the SHA system, ensuring comprehensive coverage for expectant mothers.

Services Offered:

Antenatal care
Delivery services
Postnatal care
Family planning
Maternal health education
Emergency obstetric care

Contact Information:

Distributed across the county
Type: Specialized Maternity Units
SHA Status: Accredited

"The full list can be accessed at https://sha.go.ke/resources/categories/2 SHA has contracted national and county government healthcare professionals, Cancer care healthcare professionals, faith-based private healthcare professionals, renal care healthcare professionals and primary care networks at the subcounty level." - Ministry of Health

SHA Registration and Access

All SHA Hospitals in Embu County are accessible to residents who have registered for the TaifaCare program. As of today, 16th June 2025, 12:30 pm, 23,674,672 Kenyans have enrolled in TaifaCare, with 28,679 new registrations so far today. This comprehensive coverage ensures that residents can access quality healthcare services across all accredited facilities.

Registration Process:

Web self-registration through the SHA portal
USSD self-registration using mobile phones
Assisted enrollment at designated centers
Employer registration for organized groups

Benefits of SHA Coverage:

Access to comprehensive healthcare services
Reduced out-of-pocket expenses
Quality assurance across all facilities
Emergency care coverage
Preventive healthcare services

Healthcare Infrastructure Development

The County government of Embu has gone beyond its call of duty to ensure Embu residents enjoy improved access to both preventive and curative health services that are easily accessible and affordable. The continuous development of healthcare infrastructure ensures that SHA Hospitals in Embu County meet the growing healthcare needs of the population.

Recent Developments:

Construction of 35 new health facilities
Installation of minor theatres in level 4 hospitals
Deployment of ambulances across all sub-counties
Upgrading of existing facilities
Enhancement of medical equipment and supplies

The commitment to healthcare excellence in Embu County ensures that all SHA Hospitals in Embu County provide quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare services to all residents, supporting the national goal of universal healthcare coverage through the Social Health Authority system.