SHA Interventional Radiology Tariffs: All 32 Procedures & Prices
SHA interventional radiology tariffs cover 32 procedures, from a KES 11,200 image-guided tube insertion to KES 392,000 for neuro-embolization. This specialty covers image-guided drainage, biliary and renal stenting, embolization, vascular access devices, and diagnostic biopsy. Below is every tariff, grouped by procedure type.
1. Biliary & Renal Drainage / Stenting
9 procedures — nephrostomy, biliary drainage, and DJ/ureteric stenting.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 239 | Bilateral nephrostomy tube insertion | 72,800 |
| 240 | Biliary stenting | 112,000 |
| 243 | DJ stenting bilateral | 56,000 |
| 244 | DJ stenting unilateral | 56,000 |
| 256 | Internalization of biliary tube | 50,400 |
| 260 | PTC/Biliary drainage | 89,600 |
| 261 | PTC/Biliary drainage (tubes not available) | 56,000 |
| 262 | PTC/Biliary drainage and stenting (stent available) | 190,400 |
| 268 | Unilateral nephrostomy tube insertion | 47,040 |
2. Vascular Angiography & Angioplasty
5 procedures — diagnostic angiography and balloon angioplasty of blood vessels.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 237 | 4-vessel cerebral Angiography / Carotid Angiography (unilateral or bilateral) vertebral angiogram | 61,600 |
| 238 | Balloon Angioplasty | 145,600 |
| 249 | Flush Aortogram/Renal Artery/Hepatic (with embolization material and microcatheter) | 246,400 |
| 257 | Lower limb/ upper limb arteriogram bilateral | 58,800 |
| 258 | Lower limb/ upper limb arteriogram unilateral | 54,880 |
3. Image-Guided Vascular Access Devices
5 procedures — chemo ports, central lines, and dialysis catheter insertion.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 250 | Image guided chemo port insertion (adult) | 15,000 |
| 251 | Image guided chemo port insertion (paediatric) | 20,000 |
| 252 | Image guided CVC insertion | 15,568 |
| 253 | Image guided dialysis catheter insertion | 36,176 |
| 255 | Image guided PICC line insertion | 31,024 |
4. Embolization & Neuro-Interventional Procedures
4 procedures — vascular embolization and neuro-embolization.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 245 | Embolization/Carotid/Renal/Hepatic (no coils) | 224,000 |
| 246 | Embolization/Carotid/Renal/Hepatic (no coils, embolization material and microcatheter) | 168,000 |
| 247 | Embolization/Carotid/Renal/Hepatic (no micro catheter) | 280,000 |
| 259 | Neuro-embolization | 392,000 |
5. Image-Guided Biopsy Procedures
4 procedures — CT and ultrasound guided diagnostic biopsy.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 241 | CT guided bone biopsy | 22,400 |
| 242 | CT guided lung biopsy | 22,400 |
| 263 | Ultrasound guided abdominal and peripheral biopsies | 22,400 |
| 266 | Ultrasound guided breast/prostate biopsies | 16,800 |
6. Ultrasound & Image-Guided Drainage Procedures
4 procedures — pleural, abdominal, and gastrointestinal drainage.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 254 | Image guided gastrotomy tube/nasojejunal tube insertion (without tube) | 11,200 |
| 264 | Ultrasound guided ascites drainage/abscess drainage | 22,400 |
| 265 | Ultrasound guided bilateral pleural effusion drainage | 44,800 |
| 267 | Ultrasound guided unilateral pleural effusion drainage | 22,400 |
7. Reproductive Tract Procedures
1 procedure — fluoroscopic fallopian tube intervention.
| No. | Procedure | Tariff (KES) |
|---|---|---|
| 248 | Fallopian tube Catheterization | 61,600 |
These tariffs fall under the SHIF surgical package, which limits households to 3 minor, 2 major, and 1 specialized procedure per year. Neuro-embolization and complex embolization procedures are typically classed as specialized and require Level 4–6 facilities with interventional radiology capability.
FAQ: SHA Interventional Radiology Tariffs
How much does SHA pay for a nephrostomy tube insertion?
Unilateral nephrostomy tube insertion is KES 47,040, while Bilateral nephrostomy tube insertion is KES 72,800.
How much does SHA pay for biliary drainage or stenting?
PTC/Biliary drainage is KES 89,600. Biliary stenting is KES 112,000, and PTC/Biliary drainage and stenting (stent available) is KES 190,400.
How much does SHA pay for embolization procedures?
Embolization/Carotid/Renal/Hepatic (no coils, embolization material and microcatheter) is KES 168,000, rising to KES 280,000 without a microcatheter. Neuro-embolization is KES 392,000.
Does SHA cover PICC lines and chemo port insertion?
Yes. Image guided PICC line insertion is KES 31,024. Image guided chemo port insertion is KES 15,000 for adults and KES 20,000 for paediatric patients.
What is the most expensive interventional radiology procedure SHA covers?
Neuro-embolization is the highest interventional radiology tariff at KES 392,000.
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WhatsApp Us NowTariffs reflect the Surgical Package annex to the Social Health Insurance (Benefit Package) Tariffs. Verified July 2026.
