ZIMBABWE’s largest medical aid service provider the Premier Service Medical Aid Society (PSMAS) says it is not going anywhere as claimed on various platforms.
By Kuda Pembere
PSMAS in a statement rubbished these claims as an attempt to soil its image and reputation.
Premier Service Medical Aid Society notes with concern rumours circulating on various platforms of its alleged closure from 2023. The society categorically dismisses these rumours as not only false, malicious and misleading but bent on tarnishing the organisation’s image and reputation,” PSMAS said.
The medical aid service provider stated it is there to stay contrary to assertions that it closes shop next year.
“Contrary to these misplaced assertions, PSMAS is not closing shop in 2023 or in the foreseeable future. The regulator of medical aid societies, the society is undergoing a transformational process meant to effectively address the challenges the organization faced in the recent past,” the company said.
The company also said it is working hard to restore the struggling PSMI to former glory.
“PSMAS acknowledges the challenges at its investment arm, Premier Medical Services Investments (PSMI). The responsible authorities are seized with and are working flat out to restore these challenges and restore normalcy at PSMI. PSMAS wishes to assure its customers and stakeholders that the challenges at PSMI do not have a direct impact on its operational mandate which is to fund healthcare needs for its members,” said PSMAS.
PSMAS said it is engaging other service providers to widen its network.
“Further to seeking services at PSMI facilities, PSMAS members can also access services from other service providers on our network. (The Network) which cab be accessed via the following link https://bit.ly/psmasproviderslist. This in addition to the public health facilities dotted across the country. The society will continue engaging other service providers across the country to expand The Network,” said PSMAS.
“PSMAS members and stakeholders are encouraged to make use of the listed service providers or call on 08688002665 for further assistance. You can also email contactus@psmas.co.zw or marketing@psmas.co.zw or get in touch with any of our branches for further assistance.”
PSMAS inching a century of existence said it will continue serving its members and stakeholders quality and affordable healthcare.