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Republic Act No. 11223 - Lawphil

(2 days ago) WEBRepublic Acts - An Act Instituting Universal Health Care for All Filipinos, Prescribing Reforms in the Health Care System, and Appropriating Funds Therefor. Seventeenth Congress Within two (2) years from the effectivity of this Act, PhilHealth shall …

https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra2019/ra_11223_2019.html

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IMPLEMENTING RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE …

(7 days ago) WEBall presenting conditions, and the ability to coordinate referrals to other health care providers in the health care delivery system, when necessary. 4.26. Primary care provider -Refers to a health care worker, with defined competencies, who has received certification in primary care as determined by the Department of Health (DOH) or any health

https://www.philhealth.gov.ph/about_us/UHC-IRR_Signed.pdf

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Universal Health Care PhilHealth

(4 days ago) WEBAno ang Universal Health Care o UHC? Binibigyan ang DOH at PhilHealth ng 180 araw para makumpleto ang IRR. Habang binabalangkas ang IRR, mananatiling ipinatutupad ang mga umiiral na polisiya ng …

https://www.philhealth.gov.ph/uhc/

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Universal Health Care Act assures cover for all

(1 days ago) WEBThe Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) confirmed recently that all Filipinos would surely receive health care services, without heavy financial burden due to costly treatments when …

https://www.philhealth.gov.ph/news/2019/uhc_act.php

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EXPLAINER: What Filipinos can expect from the Universal Health …

(8 days ago) WEBFull effects of the law will be gradually felt over the years as the DOH and PhilHealth start transitioning to the universal health care system. What might citizens be able to expect? Here are 8

https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/iq/226810-explanation-what-filipinos-can-expect-universal-health-care-law/

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UHC - Department of Health

(3 days ago) WEBUniversal Health Care (UHC), also referred to as Kalusugan Pangkalahatan (KP), is the “provision to every Filipino of the highest possible quality of health care that is accessible, efficient, equitably distributed, adequately funded, fairly financed, and appropriately used by an informed and empowered public”.1 The Aquino administration puts it as the …

https://doh.gov.ph/uhc/

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PhilHealth-10 rolls out enhanced benefits under universal health …

(8 days ago) WEBCAGAYAN DE ORO CITY (PIA) -- Under the Universal Health Care Law, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth)-10 assured members of new and enhanced benefits in 2023 and rationalized case rate packages for the most burdensome diseases and commonly availed cases. Under the package, all Filipinos may choose a …

https://pia.gov.ph/news/2024/02/20/philhealth-10-rolls-out-enhanced-benefits-under-universal-health-care-law

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The 2019 Philippine UHC Act, Pandemic Management and …

(3 days ago) WEB1. Introduction. The Philippines has taken great strides in moving towards universal health coverage. In 2019, the Philippine Universal Health Care Act (UHC), or Republic Act 11223, was signed and the planned implementation in January 2020 was disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic [].This pause provides an opportunity to reflect on …

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9368427/

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Filling Potholes on the Road to Universal Health Coverage in the

(6 days ago) WEBPolicy Initiatives. The 2019 Universal Health Care Act granted all Filipinos cover under PhilHealth. Citation 9 In the decade leading up to this landmark legislation, a series of laws and administrative orders sought to extend population coverage, deepen service and financial coverage, and improve effective coverage through provider …

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/23288604.2021.1911473

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PhilHealth ready to implement universal health care law

(9 days ago) WEBMANILA -- The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) on Tuesday said it is ready to fully implement the Universal Health Care (UHC) law, adding that it has adequate funds to sustain its financial obligations to all its members. In a press briefing, PhilHealth executive vice president…

https://www.pna.gov.ph/articles/1062999

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EXPLAINER: Universal Health Care Law and what it means to PH

(2 days ago) WEBBut with the recent signing of the Universal Health Care (UHC) Law in February, Porciuncula is among those pinning their hopes on its effective implementation. The landmark law expands access to health services by automatically enrolling all Filipinos in PhilHealth’s National Health Insurance Program (NHIP). It seeks to ensure that all

https://neda.gov.ph/explainer-universal-health-care-law-and-what-it-means-to-ph-development/

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DUQUE SIGNS IRR OF UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE LAW

(8 days ago) WEBHealth Secretary Francisco T. Duque III today signed the Implementing Rules and Regulations (IRR) of the Universal Health Care Law (UHC) or the Republic Act No. 11223, which was enacted last February 20 of this year by President Rodrigo Duterte. All Filipinos will also be automatic members of PhilHealth as direct or indirect …

https://doh.gov.ph/press-release/duque-signs-irr-of-universal-health-care-law/

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[ANALYSIS] Universal healthcare: Why we’re still not quite

(1 days ago) WEBConsidering, however, that out-of-pocket spending was in excess of P372 billion as of 2017 – and the Universal Health Care Act’s budget for 2019 is only P217 billion, which is actually P40

https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/224013-analysis-reasons-philippines-universal-health-care-still-not-quite-there-yet/

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PhilHealth to revisit, amend policies 'inconsistent' with Universal

(4 days ago) WEBIn response, PhilHealth acting vice president and chief operating officer Eli Dino Santos said that the state health insurer “fully considers the recommendations of Dr. Almora.” “My view is, there is really a need to revisit all the policies and revise them in accordance with the Universal Health Care law,” Santos said.

https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/799670/philhealth-to-revisit-amend-policies-inconsistent-with-universal-health-care-law/story/

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PhilHealth’s role in pursuing universal health coverage

(Just Now) WEBhis event, titled “Primary health care policy and practice: implementing for better results,” underscored the essential role of primary health care in achieving UHC and addressing the glaring gaps in global health-care coverage.In the context of the Philippines, the role of the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) is instrumental

https://opinion.inquirer.net/167538/philhealths-role-in-pursuing-universal-health-coverage

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Implementing Universal Health Care (UHC) in the Philippines: Is …

(2 days ago) WEBThe recently passed Universal Health Care (UHC) Law in the Philippines puts PHC center stage through reforms aimed to improve health system performance. While the vision is laudable, making it happen is challenging. ² An expanded primary care benefit package known as PhilHealth Konsulta (PhilHealth Konsultasyong Sulit at …

https://thinkwell.global/implementing-universal-health-care-philippines/

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Implementing Rules and Regulations of Republic Act 7875 As …

(8 days ago) WEBProgram is imperative to make universal care a reality in our country. The timely amendment of the National Health Insurance Act of 1995 (RA 7875) with the National Health Insurance Act of 2013 (RA 10606), and its Implementing Rules and Regulations ensures that the aspirations of Kalusugan Pangkalahatan will become a reality.

https://www.philhealth.gov.ph/about_us/IRR_NHIAct_2013.pdf

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Duterte signs Universal Health Care Act into law

(Just Now) WEBThe traditional budget sources for the Universal Health Care Law include premium contributions of members of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, annual appropriations from the Department of Health included in the General Appropriations Act, and government subsidy. PhilHealth payments in local hospitals will now be used to …

https://governance.neda.gov.ph/duterte-signs-universal-health-care-act-into-law/

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PhilHealth defends contribution rates Philstar.com

(Just Now) WEBBaleña added that PhilHealth’s implementation of the current contribution rates is in line with the provisions of the Universal Health Care (UHC) law. He clarified, though, that PhilHealth is ready to work with lawmakers in amending the law, especially if the rates are seen as “too high.”

https://qa.philstar.com/headlines/2024/05/17/2355708/philhealth-defends-contribution-rates

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The journey toward Universal Health Care: A reflection of …

(6 days ago) WEBThe Philippines’ long and arduous journey toward achieving Universal Health Care or UHC reached a significant milestone when Republic Act No. 11223, otherwise known as the Universal Health Care Act of 2019, was signed into law by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte on February 20, 2019. The UHC’s overarching objective is to …

https://manilastandard.net/?p=318738

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Universal Healthcare Act: How Will It Benefit Filipinos? - Moneymax

(9 days ago) WEBThe Universal Healthcare Act will add preventive health care services to existing PhilHealth benefits, such as free consultation fees, laboratory tests, and other diagnostic procedures. Department of Health (DOH) Secretary Francisco Duque III said that the law will change the country's present health care system from being "used to taking …

https://www.moneymax.ph/government-services/articles/universal-health-care-bill

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Assessment on the Effectiveness of Universal Health Care (UHC) …

(5 days ago) WEBby PhilHealth, but the universal health care law seeks to pool more funds in order to cover all Filipinos and, eventually, provide more services. D. Department of Health (DOH) still in charge of

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/369022630_Assessment_on_the_Effectiveness_of_Universal_Health_Care_UHC_Law_in_the_Philippines_during_the_Covid-19_Pandemic_An_Analysis

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PIA - PhilHealth, PIA intensify partnership to bring universal

(1 days ago) WEBPhilHealth, PIA tie up to promote KonSulTa Program, Universal Health Care. Torres also cited the utilization of PIA’s development communication and education tools to intensify the dissemination of timely and relevant information concerning the registration and service utilization process of the Konsulta program.

https://pia.gov.ph/news/2024/05/13/philhealth-pia-intensify-partnership-to-bring-universal-healthcare-closer-to-filipinos

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Senators discuss PhilHealth coverage for basic dental services

(6 days ago) WEBSenators are discussing amending the Universal Health Care Law to cover basic dental services as more than 70 million Filipinos suffer from tooth decay. According to a report by Ian Cruz in "24 Oras," senators discussed the limited dental services under the law which is supposed to provide free healthcare to Filipinos.

https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/907053/senators-discuss-philhealth-coverage-for-basic-dental-services/story/

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PhilHealth defends contribution rates Philstar.com

(1 days ago) WEBBaleña added that PhilHealth’s implementation of the current contribution rates is in line with the provisions of the Universal Health Care (UHC) law. He clarified, though, that PhilHealth is

https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/05/17/2355693/philhealth-defends-contribution-rates

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No. ::J- ';)-.. - 0 ;). - Philippine Health Insurance Corporation

(2 days ago) WEBPHILHEALTH CIRCULAR No. ::J-0 d-';)-.. - 0 0 ;)._ 15 Republic Act no. 11223 otherwise known as the Universal Health Care Act, provides that the Corporation shall support the implementation of standards for clinical care set forth by the Department of Health (DOH) based on approved clinical practice guidelines. Further, Section

https://www.philhealth.gov.ph/circulars/2022/circ2022-0028.pdf

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Marikina lawmaker suggests using HMOs to serve PhilHealth

(2 days ago) WEBQuimbo said this is contained in her House Bill No. 10382, which seeks to amend provisions of Republic Act No. 11223 or the Universal Health Care (UHC) Act.

https://www.msn.com/en-ph/health/other/marikina-lawmaker-suggests-using-hmos-to-serve-philhealth-beneficiaries/ar-BB1mqyoZ

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PhilHealth, PIA officials sign agreement to boost ‘Konsulta Package

(6 days ago) WEBState-run Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) and Philippine Information Agency (PIA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to intensify the promotion of the former’s Konsulta Package to reach more Filipinos nationwide. Konsulta or Konsultasyong Sulit at Tama is PhilHealth’s expanded primary care benefits package …

https://manilastandard.net/business/314447683/philhealth-pia-officials-sign-agreement-to-boost-konsulta-package-promotion.html

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Health Sciences Student Power! Empowering Health Equity in …

(8 days ago) WEBWith their background in Health Sciences, the students focused on PhilHealth as the focal point of their intervention. They sought to clarify PhilHealth processes, particularly in light of the recent Universal Health Care Act, which mandates the automatic enrollment of Filipino citizens in the national health insurance program.

https://www.ateneo.edu/news/2024/05/16/health-sciences-student-power-empowering-health-equity-gawad-kalinga-blue-eagle

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Quimbo: 'PhilHealth rates are too high, workers are at losing end'

(1 days ago) WEBMANILA, Philippines — Marikina 2nd District Rep. Stella Quimbo has called for the lowering of workers’ contributions to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth). She said

https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1940929/quimbo-philhealth-profit-is-too-high-but-benefits-members-get-are-too-low

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UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE .. •••.••.••. , ll.O.! J()- Ci)()f

(2 days ago) WEBUNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE "''"'"h CARE INSTITUTIONS, HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS, PHILHEALTH REGIONAL OFFICES AND ALL OTHERS CONCERNED SUBJECT Guidelines on the Provisions of Special Privileges to those One of the Guiding Principles and Objectives of R.A. 7875, as amended by the National …

https://www.philhealth.gov.ph/circulars/2020/circ2020-0007.pdf

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PhilHealth and PIA team up for widest Konsulta promotions

(9 days ago) WEBKonsulta or Konsultasyong Sulit at Tama is PhilHealth’s expanded primary care benefits package which pays for free consultations, health screening and assessment, and any of the 15 laboratory

https://businessmirror.com.ph/2024/05/16/philhealth-and-pia-team-up-for-widest-konsulta-promotions/

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