The government says students joining in-person classes must be registered with PhilHealth or any medical insurance covering expenses for COVID-19. More in this RapplerIQ by Bonz Magsambol.
MANILA, Philippines – As COVID-19 infections in the country continue to drop, one of the most badly hit sector – education – is starting to recover by opening up schools for face-to-face classes.
While they believe that medical insurance is beneficial for students for their safe return to campuses, the National Union of Students of the Philippines urged the government to allot a budget for it. Under the Universal Health Care Law, all Filipinos are member of PhilHealth. They just need to register at any PhilHealth office.PhilHealth said that students can either register as direct contributor or indirect contributor.
The government said that students aged 21 and above may enroll in PhilHealth as indigent members, on grounds that the student has no visible means of income. Those below 21 may be classified as dependents of their parents or legal guardians.
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