The management of the State Specialist Hospital, Ondo, has assured patients that the newly introduced cashless payment policy will not deny anyone access to medical care.

In a rejoinder issued by the hospital’s Media and Publicity Unit, the management dismissed reports that the facility had stopped accepting electronic payments and now operates a cash-only system.

The hospital clarified that it continues to receive payments through bank transfers and Point of Sale (POS) terminals, describing claims to the contrary as inaccurate and misleading.

According to the management, the cashless policy, which took effect this month, is designed to promote transparency, accountability and efficiency in public financial transactions, while reducing corruption and the risks associated with cash handling.

The hospital also said special arrangements had been put in place for vulnerable patients and those unable to make electronic payments. It explained that cash received from such patients is paid directly into the hospital’s designated account on their behalf.

It added that emergency cases are attended to before payment is demanded, stressing that no patient would be denied treatment because of difficulty with electronic transactions.

The management urged members of the public to disregard what it described as misleading reports and to seek clarification from hospital authorities where necessary.

It reaffirmed its commitment to providing quality, accessible and affordable healthcare services to residents of Ondo State and beyond.