Eligibility Criteria
- Members must be at least 60 years old.
- Members must have completed 120 monthly contributions to PhilHealth or Medicare during their active working years.
Significance of the Program
- Although the NPP comprises a small fraction of the total PhilHealth membership, it represents PhilHealth's respect and gratitude.
- The program honors Filipinos who contributed diligently to the health insurance system while working.
Reason for Renaming
- The name change to Lifetime Member Program aims to emphasize the privileges and lifelong benefits granted to these members.
- The new name better reflects the nature of the membership and the ongoing coverage provided.
Implementation and Compliance
- All communication materials related to this membership category must be revised to reflect the new name.
- Previous administrative issuances with conflicting provisions are amended to conform with this circular.
- The circular takes effect immediately from the date of adoption, 04 June 2009.
Authority and Adoption
- The circular is issued under the authority of Dr. Rey B. Aquino, President and CEO of PhilHealth.
- The issuance formalizes the changes and guides administrative compliance.