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Health Insurance Plans in the Philippines

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Health is wealth, yet many Filipinos are unprepared for healthcare and medical expenses.

 

 

 

 

  • 41%

     of medical costs in the Philippines come out-of-pocket.

  • 82%

    of Filipinos worry about rising healthcare expenses, impacting their confidence in achieving life goals.

  • Younger Filipinos, aged 18-29

    are also at risk -- experiencing illness more frequently than any other age group.​

According to Manulife studies

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Learn more about how you can start your health insurance journey.

 

Health insurance plan, also known as medical insurance, health plan, health coverage plan or health care insurance, is a financial product that covers portions of individuals or families’ eligible medical expense and healthcare cost in exchange of premium payment. ​

Specific coverage of a health plan can vary depending on the policy and the insurance company. Typically, health insurance plans in the Philippines cover for a wide range of healthcare services and medical expenses. This may include hospitalization, outpatient care and coverage of critical illnesses and serious health conditions. ​

Additionally, some health plans in the Philippines may offer life coverage for better-rounded protection.

There are several main types of health insurance plans available in the Philippines:​

  • Private health insurance: Provided by private insurance companies. Typically offers customizable premium and benefits options to provide comprehensive insurance coverage for individuals and families. ​
  • HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) plans​: Offered by employers as benefits for their employees. Members can get access to a network of accredited health care providers in exchange for a fixed periodic fee.​
  • Critical illness insurance​: Beneficiary will receive lump-sum benefits if the policyholder is diagnosed with a covered critical illness or serious medical condition. ​
  • Hospitalization insurance​: Specifically provides coverage for expenses incurred during a hospital stay or inpatient medical treatment. ​
  • Public health insurance​: Also known as PhilHealth program, this is a mandatory national health insurance program scheme that provides basic health care coverage for Filipino citizens. ​
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