PhilHealth Expands Benefits in the Philippines
Why this is here: The Medical City’s new Alfredo R.A. Bengzon Patient Access Ward includes 51 beds specifically for PhilHealth members seeking care with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
In the Philippines, President Marcos and PhilHealth CEO Edwin Mercado recently observed the impact of expanded benefits at St. Elizabeth Hospital and The Medical City. PhilHealth’s reforms aim to lower out-of-pocket expenses for patients and encourage greater involvement from private healthcare providers.
During visits to both hospitals, officials saw members accessing services like primary care, cancer treatment, and dialysis. The Medical City opened a 51-bed ward dedicated to PhilHealth members, with nine rooms designed for mothers and babies.
Patients reported that the expanded coverage helped them avoid financial hardship and concentrate on their health. PhilHealth continues to seek partnerships with more healthcare facilities nationwide to broaden access to these benefits, though accreditation processes and consistent quality remain ongoing considerations.
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