The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has disbursed ₱227.5 million to the Philippine Heart Center (PHC) to cover benefit claims for Ischemic Heart Disease-Acute Myocardial Infarction (IHD-AMI)—more commonly known as a heart attack. The payment supported 459 patients admitted between December 21, 2024, and July 18, 2025.
This financial release came after PhilHealth expanded its coverage for IHD-AMI packages starting December 21, 2024, ensuring members can undergo life-saving cardiac procedures with reduced financial strain.
The revised benefit rates, now available in accredited hospitals nationwide, include:
Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI): ₱523,853 (up from ₱30,300, a 1,629% increase)
Fibrinolysis: ₱133,500 (up from ₱30,290, a 900% increase)
Emergency Medical Services with Coordinated Referral and Interfacility Transfer: ₱21,900
Cardiac Rehabilitation after PCI: ₱66,140
The announcement was highlighted during an event attended by health leaders, including Dr. Edwin M. Mercado, Acting President and CEO of PhilHealth; Dr. Israel Francis A. Pargas, Senior Vice President for Health Finance Policy; Dr. Bernadette C. Lico, Regional Vice President of PRO NCR; along with Dr. Avenilo L. Aventura Jr., PHC Executive Director, and Dr. Christopher C. Cheng, PHC Deputy Executive Director for Medical Services.
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. reaffirmed PhilHealth’s financial capacity to ensure continuous healthcare service delivery, noting that efficient claims processing and timely reimbursements strengthen hospitals’ ability to provide consistent, quality care.
For inquiries on benefits and services, members may contact PhilHealth’s 24/7 hotline at (02) 866-225-88 or via mobile: 0998-857-2957 / 0968-865-4670 (Smart) and 0917-127-5987 / 0917-110-9812 (Globe).
