The Cebu Provincial Government has partnered with 22 private hospitals and two pharmacies to improve health access for Cebuanos.
Governor Pamela Baricuatro and Piso Health consultant Dr. Nikki Catalan said the initiative will allow accredited private hospitals to honor Guarantee Letters from the Capitol for those under the Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situation (AICS) program.
In a meeting with medical directors on October 17, Catalan thanked private partners for their “solidarity and shared commitment to healthcare.”
She said this first-of-its-kind collaboration seeks to enhance patient-centered care and ensure faster, more efficient medical assistance.
Catalan added that engaging private institutions complements provincial hospitals by giving patients access to specialized treatments not available in government facilities.
