TISA Bank loyal customers and staff can expect some good discounts the next time they seek medical treatment at the Pacific International Hospital (PIH) thanks to a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The MoU signed on Monday 12th January by TISA Bank Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Mr. Sunil Pokharel and PIH CEO Colonel Sandeep Shaligram at TISA Bank Head office in Port Moresby city, ensures customers gain access to PIH discounted medical service. It aims to provide customers and staff access to medical services effectively and efficiently.
The discount rate ranging from 10% to 25% on Outpatient Department (OPD) treatments, including eye care clinics and this medical discount will also benefits customers who are looking to join TISA Bank.
“All our customers, whether they already hold an account with TISA Bank or are planning to open one, will benefit from this partnership,” said TISA Bank CEO Mr. Sunil.
Meanwhile, for the bank's female employees and the female employees working in TISA Group of Companies will have an additional benefit of free mammogram checks for women, supporting early breast cancer detection.
The initiative traces back to a discussion in 2024 between PIH CEO and TISA Group CEO Mr. Michael Koisen where they suggested a collaborative effort between their services where banking and healthcare will benefit everyone.
“The year before last year TISA Group CEO Michael met with me at the mining contracts when he called me aside and suggested to me that we need to do something together to bring benefit to everybody.”
PIH CEO, who shared before thanking TISA Bank team under Sunil and his PIH team for their coordination and efforts, said, “With guidance, and ongoing coordination with our teams, we have successfully executed this partnership and I want to congratulate everyone”.
While the current agreement focuses on OPD services, the partnership is looking to expand. Mr. Sunil hints on health insurance that TISA insurance offer for customers and clients that is currently looking to be in the partnership in the future.
“Looking at the larger picture there is a long way to go for us.”
Mr. Sunil also highlighted additional customer incentives such as earning interest on deposits held in individual accounts.
“Customers can access discounts by presenting their TISA Bank card at PIH facilities, or by using the bank’s Umi Pay QR code for digital payments.”
In concluding the signing ceremony, the TISA Group of Company CEO said the ultimate beneficiaries of this partnership are Papua New Guineans, who will gain improved access to quality medical services at an affordable cost.
“Health is expensive, and access to services is critical. We encourage all Papua New Guineans to consider medical and life insurance as part of long-term personal and family planning,” said Mr. Koisen.
The collaboration between TISA Bank, TISA Insurance, and PIH marks a significant milestone for corporate partnerships in Papua New Guinea, reinforcing a shared commitment to enhancing healthcare accessibility across the country.
