Tag: Health Benefits
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PhilHealth-Bicol Promises Robust Health Benefits with PHP4.1 Billion Allocation for 2025
LEGAZPI CITY – The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) in the Bicol region has reassured its members of ample financial resources to meet their healthcare needs in 2025. At a recent ‘Kapihan sa Bagong Pilipinas’ forum held at the regional office in Legazpi City, Albay, PhilHealth-5 Vice President Alberto Manduriao announced a PHP4.1 billion budget…
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Government Allocates P7,000 Medical Allowance for Employees in 2025
MANILA – The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has announced the release of the 2025 budget for the medical allowance of government employees, as stated by Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman on Friday. The allocation, amounting to PHP7,000 per employee, has been distributed to various departments and agencies, accompanied by specific guidelines for its use.…
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PhilHealth CEO Affirms Robust Financial Health Amid Fiscal Challenges
MANILA – Amidst financial hurdles, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has reassured the public of its solid financial standing and unwavering dedication to universal health coverage. During a recent Senate Committee on Health and Demography session, PhilHealth’s President and CEO, Emmanuel Ledesma Jr., highlighted the organization’s strong financial position despite facing a zero subsidy…
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PhilHealth Unveils Enhanced Health Benefits for 2025 Without Raising Premiums
On January 10, 2025, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) introduced a series of new and expanded health benefit packages for its members. PhilHealth’s President and CEO, Emmanuel Ledesma Jr., emphasized that these enhancements would not lead to an increase in premiums this year or in the future. The launch was broadcasted live, showcasing the…
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PhilHealth Unveils Enhanced Health Benefit Packages for 2025
On January 10, 2025, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) introduced a series of new and expanded health benefit packages for its members. PhilHealth’s President and CEO, Emmanuel Ledesma Jr., emphasized that these enhancements would not lead to an increase in premiums this year or in the future. The launch was broadcasted live, showcasing the…
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Health Secretary’s Decision to Eliminate Senior Citizen Booklet Requirement Praised
In a move celebrated by lawmakers, Health Secretary Ted Herbosa announced the elimination of the booklet requirement for senior citizens to receive medication discounts. This decision was hailed as a crucial advancement in simplifying access to benefits for the elderly. Senator Ramon ‘Bong’ Revilla Jr. expressed his support, noting that the booklet often caused seniors…
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PhilHealth Assures Continued Benefit Payments Despite Lack of Government Subsidy
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has committed to maintaining its health benefit payments even without government financial support, according to its president and CEO, Emmanuel Ledesma Jr. In a statement released on Monday, Ledesma emphasized that the decision by the Bicameral Conference Committee to withhold subsidies was based on an understanding of PhilHealth’s robust…
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PhilHealth Proposes New Benefits for Children’s Eyeglasses and Emergency Services
MANILA – The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), in collaboration with the Department of Health (DOH), is advancing new health benefit packages aimed at improving children’s vision and emergency care services. The PhilHealth Benefits Committee (BenCom) has been actively reviewing these proposals, which include benefits for children’s eyeglasses and emergency care under the ‘Konsulta Plus’…
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