PhilHealth

PhilHealth joins fight against TB and HIV, reiterates benefit packages during health meeting 11-11-2024

PhilHealth took part in the 4th National Health Sector Meeting organized by the Department of Health (DOH) held last October 28 to 30 in Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte. Multi-sectoral efforts to combat TB and HIV, specifically strategies to improve health care delivery and financing, were the discussed during the meeting.

PhilHealth’s Konsulta Package, which includes coverage for laboratory tests such as chest x-ray - essential in early detection of TB and effective management of respiratory illnesses, was highlighted in the event. Members and their beneficiaries can register in any Konsulta Package Provider (KPP) of their choice and can avail of services and annual benefits amounting to ₱1,700 per beneficiary.

Apart from this, the Corporation also has an outpatient Tuberculosis - Directly Observed Treatment Short-course (TB-DOTS) benefit package of ₱5,200 that members can avail of at any PhilHealth-accredited TB-DOTS center.

PhilHealth also promoted its OHAT (Outpatient HIV/AIDS Treatment) package among the participants. The benefit covers HIV/AIDS patients for their outpatient consultations, laboratory tests, and anti-retroviral therapy (ART). The annual package of P39,000 not only provides financial relief, but better outcomes for those affected with HIV/AIDS.

These benefit packages aim to ease financial burdens associated with TB treatment to ensure patients receive necessary care without worrying about health care costs – manifesting PhilHealth’s commitment to supporting health care providers and patients through definitive financing. The strategies formulated during the meeting have the potential to significantly contribute to the fight against TB and HIV/AIDS, promoting healthier communities. END