Tag: PhilHealth
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Senator Legarda Calls on PhilHealth to Leverage Surplus for Enhanced Healthcare Services
Senator Loren Legarda has called upon the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) to make use of its substantial surplus to broaden its health benefit packages and address deficiencies in public healthcare access. This appeal was made during a Senate hearing on December 18, following the decision to cut a P74-billion government subsidy for PhilHealth in…
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President Marcos Jr. Delays Signing of 2025 Budget, Aims for Pre-New Year Approval
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has announced that he requires additional time to thoroughly review the proposed PHP6.352-trillion national budget for 2025. Speaking at an event at Villamor Air Base in Pasay City, Marcos expressed concerns over the numerous alterations made to the budget, emphasizing the need for a meticulous review to ensure funds are…
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House Considers One-Year Pause on PhilHealth Contributions Amid Financial Review
In a move aimed at easing the financial burden on Filipinos, the House of Representatives is contemplating a one-year suspension of premium contributions to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth). This announcement was made by Speaker Martin Romualdez during a speech before the congressional Christmas break. The decision hinges on the findings of an ongoing…
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PhilHealth Board Rejects P37.5 Million in Anniversary Collaterals
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) Board of Directors has firmly rejected a proposal to spend PHP37.5 million on promotional items for the organization’s 30th anniversary celebration. The decision was made public by the Department of Health (DOH) on Wednesday, highlighting the Board’s commitment to prioritizing member benefits over lavish expenditures. The proposed budget for…
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Senator Ejercito Urges Formation of Joint Oversight Committee for Universal Health Care
Senator Joseph Victor ‘JV’ Ejercito has once again pushed for the creation of a Joint Congressional Oversight Committee to monitor the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act, as outlined in Section 39 of the legislation. Speaking at a Senate Committee on Health and Demography public hearing, Ejercito emphasized the importance of assessing the UHC Act’s implementation…
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Philippine Health Insurance Corp. Boasts Robust Financial Health, No Need for Government Subsidies
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) is in a financially sound position, according to its President and CEO, Emmanuel Ledesma Jr., who shared this during a recent session with lawmakers. Despite areas requiring attention, Ledesma emphasized that PhilHealth’s financial status is robust, supported by substantial reserves and a significant surplus. In the proposed 2025 national…
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Philippine Health Insurance Corp. Boasts Robust Financial Health, No Need for Government Subsidy
MANILA – The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) is in a financially sound position, with ample reserves and a significant surplus, according to its President and CEO, Emmanuel Ledesma Jr. During a session with lawmakers, Ledesma emphasized that despite areas requiring attention, PhilHealth remains a robust entity capable of sustaining its operations without additional government…
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Sandro Marcos Endorses President’s Position on 2025 National Budget
In a recent statement, Ilocos Representative and House Senior Deputy Majority Leader Sandro Marcos voiced his unwavering support for President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s approach to the proposed PHP6.352 trillion national budget for 2025. This comes at a time when certain budget items are under scrutiny. Sandro Marcos, who is also the son of the…
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