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Covid-19 benefits available despite IRM suspension: PhilHealth
Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles assured that PhilHealth will continue to cover treatment costs for all COVID-19 patients, despite ongoing issues with the agency.
PhilHealth clarified that the suspension of its Interim Reimbursement Mechanism (IRM) program will not affect the availment of COVID-19 benefits or any of its regular benefits by its members.
The IRM suspension is intended to allow for a review in light of recent Senate and congressional hearings.
PhilHealth reaffirmed the legality and necessity of the IRM in the country's overall COVID-19 response and dismissed allegations of 'favoritism' in its disbursement.
The agency vowed to continue working with legislators and investigating bodies to address their concerns.
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