Law Summary
Payment Requirements for Benefit Availment
- Proof must represent payment of at least three monthly contributions.
- The three months' contributions must be within the immediate six (6) months prior to the month of availment.
Implementation of Payment Processing Systems
- Adoption of Auto Debit Arrangement (ADA) with accredited collecting agents.
- Implementation of Over-the-Counter Collection System (OTCCS) for faster processing of payments.
Continuity of Previous Provisions
- All other provisions of PhilHealth Circular No. 25, S. 2001 that are consistent with this amendment remain in full force and effect.
Authority and Effective Date
- Issued by the Secretary and President and CEO of PhilHealth, Francisco T. Duque III.
- Adopted on April 19, 2005, for information and guidance of all concerned.