Question & AnswerQ&A (PHILHEALTH CIRCULAR NO. 24, S. 2010)
The legal basis is Section 28 of Republic Act 7875, s. 1995, as amended by Republic Act 9241, s. 2004, which mandates that all members of the National Health Insurance Program (NHIP) shall contribute to the Fund according to a reasonable, equitable, and progressive contribution schedule.
Professionals must attach a photocopy of their Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) ID. Other professionals must attach a photocopy of their Business Permit. If the declared monthly family income is P25,000 and below, a photocopy of the Income Tax Return (ITR) must also be attached.
No, existing IPMs need not submit required documents for dependents if these documents have already been submitted to PhilHealth. However, for additional dependents, IPMs must submit a PMRF for updating purposes along with the required documents as per the Omnibus Guidelines on Member Registration and Enrolment.
For the first year, professionals included under the List of Professionals/Other Professionals shall pay P600 per quarter or P2,400 per year.
They shall pay P300 per quarter or P1,200 per year.
Members whose professions are not included in the list shall pay P300 per quarter or P1,200 per year.
The policy takes effect after the completion of payment for the current year membership period for existing members.
It takes effect immediately.
Yes, premium contributions may be paid quarterly, semi-annually, or annually.
All existing and new IPMs whose professions are included under the List of Professionals/Other Professionals must register at the nearest PhilHealth Service Office.