Interested persons, whether medical or non-medical or organizations can register a health institution. The line of distinction is on the management of patients. Patients can only be managed by qualified medical personnel approved by their relevant regulators.

Requirements for setting up a health facility are clearly stipulated by KMPDC. The registration process has been streamlined such that a common checklist is followed for all the facilities at the same level, whether public, private or faith based.

At level 3B for instance, the in charge of the health facility must be a medical officer with at least three years of practical experience. In case this medical officer opens up such level of a facility, they qualify to be facility administrator and the medical in charge.

On the other hand, if any other proprietor who is not a medical officer with the required experience is interested in setting up such, they can set up the facility but must hire an experienced medical officer in charge whose details should be provided upon submission of the registration documents and a proof of the contract provided.

Non-medical proprietors are only recognized as the directors of the facility who in most cases are the financiers and administrators. In some instances, they may partner with medical personnel rather than hiring them as staff. No health facility is allowed to change the directors or the officer in charge without officially notifying the Council.

Foreign nationals whether medical or non-medical can also register a health facility but only upon partnership with a Kenyan Citizen. As a regulator, KMPDC expects all health facilities to adhere to offering quality and efficient services to all people. All levels of health facilities have made remarkable contribution in the delivery of health services in the country.