The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) achieved a significant milestone in 2025, disbursing a record amount in medical benefit payments to support the healthcare needs of Filipinos.
Record-Breaking Disbursement for Healthcare
Official data released by the state-run health insurer reveals that over P300 billion in medical claims were settled from January to December 2025. The exact total reached P300.45 billion, paid to its network of accredited hospitals and health facilities nationwide.
This figure represents a dramatic increase compared to the previous year. According to PhilHealth, the 2025 payout is 81.72 percent higher than the P165.34 billion paid during the same period in 2024.
Breakdown: Private vs. Government Facilities
A detailed look at the payments shows a shifting pattern between private and public healthcare providers. In 2024, PhilHealth payments were divided between P74.02 billion for private facilities and P91.32 billion for government facilities.
The 2025 data indicates a notable change. Settlements for private health facilities surged to P177.70 billion, while payments to public health facilities amounted to P122.75 billion.
A Commitment to Swift and Reliable Service
PhilHealth emphasized that the substantial increase and efficient processing of claims demonstrate its commitment to its mandate. In a social media statement, the corporation connected its rapid payment system to its broader mission.
"Fast payment, in partnership with hospitals and other partner facilities, leads to a fast, fair, and trustworthy PhilHealth," the agency stated. This swift processing is positioned as proof of its seriousness in providing accessible healthcare coverage.
Established to provide universal health insurance, PhilHealth's core mandate is to ensure affordable, acceptable, available, and accessible health care services for all citizens of the Philippines. The record-high claims payment in 2025 is a strong indicator of the increasing utilization and reliance on this critical social safety net.
