Complete List of SHA-Accredited Hospitals in Nairobi (2026)
You're sick at 10pm on a Tuesday.
You need a hospital that accepts SHA.
You don't want to drive across town only to be told "we don't take SHIF."
Here's your cheat sheet: every SHA-accredited hospital in Nairobi, organized by area.
Bookmark this. You'll need it.
Table of Contents
- How to Use This List
- Nairobi CBD & Surrounding
- Westlands & Parklands
- Eastlands & Industrial Area
- Karen, Lang'ata & South
- Kilimani, Lavington & Kileleshwa
- South B, South C & Nairobi West
- Kasarani, Roysambu & Thika Road
- Embakasi & Airport Area
- What to Bring to an SHA Hospital
- What If the Hospital Says No?
- Public vs. Private: Which to Choose?
- The Bottom Line
- Next Steps
How to Use This List
SHA accreditation changes. Hospitals join and leave.
This list is current as of 2026, but always:
- Call ahead to confirm SHA acceptance
- Bring your ID (your SHA/SHIF card is linked to it)
- Check the SHA app for real-time facility status
Nairobi CBD & Surrounding
The central hospitals everyone knows:
| Hospital | Services | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Kenyatta National Hospital | Full (public) | 020 2726300 |
| Nairobi Hospital | Full (private) | 020 2845000 |
| Coptic Hospital | General, maternity | 0711 043000 |
| Gertrude's Children's Hospital | Pediatric | 0709 529000 |
| Avenue Healthcare (CBD) | General outpatient | 0711 060000 |
| Mediheal Hospital | General | 0722 218416 |
Note: Nairobi Hospital accepts SHA but may require top-up for private rooms.
Westlands & Parklands
The upper-middle-class corridor:
| Hospital | Services | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Aga Khan University Hospital | Full, specialists | 020 3662000 |
| M.P. Shah Hospital | Full | 0111 000600 |
| The Mater Hospital | Full, maternity | 0719 073000 |
| Avenue Hospital (Parklands) | General | 0711 060101 |
| Meridian Medical Centre | Outpatient | 0709 572000 |
| Gertrude's (Muthaiga) | Pediatric | 0709 529000 |
| Metropolitan Hospital | General | 0709 148000 |
Eastlands & Industrial Area
Budget-friendly options with SHA:
| Hospital | Services | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital | Full (public) | 020 2297000 |
| Jacaranda Maternity | Maternity focus | 0731 999077 |
| Umoja 1 Health Centre | Outpatient (public) | - |
| Kayole 1 Health Centre | Outpatient (public) | - |
| Baba Dogo Health Centre | Outpatient (public) | - |
| Buruburu Medical Centre | General | 0719 888444 |
| Dandora 2 Health Centre | Outpatient (public) | - |
Karen, Lang'ata & South
The leafy suburbs:
| Hospital | Services | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Karen Hospital | Full | 0709 382000 |
| Nairobi Women's Hospital (Lang'ata) | Maternity, general | 0709 667000 |
| PCEA Kikuyu Hospital | Full, ophthalmology | 0722 207636 |
| St. Mary's Mission Hospital (Lang'ata) | General | 020 7851300 |
| Avenue Hospital (Karen) | Outpatient | 0711 060000 |
Kilimani, Lavington & Kileleshwa
Upper Nairobi:
| Hospital | Services | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| AAR Healthcare (Kileleshwa) | Outpatient | 0111 049900 |
| Meridian Hospital (Kilimani) | General | 0709 572000 |
| Bliss Medical Centre (Kilimani) | Outpatient | 0730 704000 |
| Nairobi Women's Hospital (Hurlingham) | Full, maternity | 0709 667000 |
| Columbia Africa Healthcare (Lavington) | Outpatient | 0111 011500 |
South B, South C & Nairobi West
Middle-class residential areas:
| Hospital | Services | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Nairobi South Hospital | General | 0721 700408 |
| South B Hospital | General | 0722 509165 |
| AAR Healthcare (South C) | Outpatient | 0111 049900 |
| Mbagathi Hospital | Full (public) | 0721 311808 |
| Metropolitan Hospital (South C) | General | 0709 148000 |
Kasarani, Roysambu & Thika Road
Northern corridor:
| Hospital | Services | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Ruaraka Uhai Neema Hospital | General | 0721 451397 |
| Kasarani Health Centre | Outpatient (public) | - |
| Avenue Healthcare (Thika Road Mall) | Outpatient | 0711 060000 |
| Kenyatta University Teaching Hospital | Full | 0800 721038 |
| Bliss Medical (Thika Road) | Outpatient | 0730 704000 |
| Garden City Healthcare | Outpatient | 0711 060000 |
Embakasi & Airport Area
Eastern Nairobi:
| Hospital | Services | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Embakasi Health Centre | Outpatient (public) | - |
| Tena Estate Health Centre | Outpatient (public) | - |
| Pipeline Health Centre | Outpatient (public) | - |
| Jamaa Mission Hospital | General | 020 7785547 |
| Bliss Medical (Fedha) | Outpatient | 0730 704000 |
What to Bring to an SHA Hospital
Don't show up empty-handed:
Required:
- National ID card (or passport for foreigners)
- Your phone (for SHA Super App verification)
Helpful:
- Previous medical records
- List of current medications
- Emergency contact details
- Private insurance card (if you have top-up cover)
What If the Hospital Says No?
Sometimes hospitals claim they "don't accept SHA" even when accredited.
Steps to take:
-
Ask for the exact reason — Is it a system issue? Specific service not covered?
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Show the SHA app — Pull up the hospital's accreditation status
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Call SHA directly — 0800 720 601 (toll-free). They can verify and intervene.
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Pay and claim later — If urgent, pay out of pocket and file for reimbursement through SHA
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Report it — File a complaint through the SHA app. Non-compliant hospitals lose accreditation.
Public vs. Private: Which to Choose?
Go Public (KNH, Mbagathi, Mama Lucy) if:
- Budget is tight
- You don't mind waiting
- It's not urgent
Go Private (Aga Khan, Nairobi Hospital, Karen) if:
- You want faster service
- You need specialist care
- You're willing to pay top-up fees
SHA covers both. Private hospitals just cost more if you want extras (private room, specific doctor).
The Bottom Line
Nairobi has 200+ SHA-accredited facilities.
You're never far from one.
Save this list. Share it with family. And next time you're sick at midnight, you'll know exactly where to go.
Next Steps
- Download the SHA Super App for real-time hospital search
- Save the SHA hotline: 0800 720 601
- Know 3 hospitals near home and work
Not sure if SHA is enough for you? Read my guide on SHA vs Private Insurance.
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