As a result of many ongoing deliberations between Health officials, the Executive Council, and representatives of BZV St. Maarten and Curacao crucial steps have been taken to ensure that there would be a continuous working relationship between the Island Territory of St. Maarten and BZV.
It was determined during the meeting that new applicants will be receiving a guarantee letter which is valid until October 10, 2010.
The Executive Council of St. Maarten on July 30, 2010 received a letter from BZV confirming that the services to ensure the continuity of Health Care for the insured will continue until 10-10-10.
The Commissioner in charge of Public Health, Mr. Hyacinth Richardson stated on behalf of the Executive Council late Thursday, as a reaction to the decision from BZV that this result was to be expected.
He has stated in the past that there would be no interruption in the provision of Health Care Services on the island during his watch.
He further stated that he is requesting the cooperation of all Health Care providers on the island; as we work towards a new chapter in the history of St. Maarten.
The Health Care Providers and all relevant stakeholders will receive a letter stipulating the details pertaining to the provision of continual Health Care Services on the island within short from the Executive Council.