SSS Proudly Launches the Revolutionary USSSap Tayo Portal Last September 13, 2021, in commemoration of its 64th Anniversary with the theme, “expreSSS: Handog sa Miyembro, Serbisyong Makabago,” and in pursuit of its goal of digitalization, SSS launched its own Customer Relationship Management System Portal—USSSap Tayo Portal. This portal serves as a bridge connecting the agency…
In a forum held by SSS last October 18, 2021, with the theme “Proteksyong SSS Para sa Delivery Riders,” the SSS highlighted the importance of delivery riders and expressed its gratitude by reaching out to the sector. Undeniably, the sector keeps on growing through the years, and the pandemic has also been a kickstart to…
Enhancing Digital Accessibility for Members With the growing reliance on digital services, SSS continues to innovate its online platforms to provide seamless and user-friendly experiences for its members. The My.SSS Portal now integrates more features, including real-time tracking of contributions, loan application and processing, and benefit claims submission. These enhancements minimize the need for in-person…
Increasing Membership Amid the Pandemic As of May 2021, the Social Security System (SSS) has recorded 1.34 million Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) members, reflecting an 11.5% increase from the same period in 2020. This growth underscores the resilience of Filipino migrant workers, who continue to provide for their families despite the challenges brought by the…
DILG Secures Deal with SSS to Strengthen Social Security Coverage for Job Order Workers 2022 Under the MOU, DILG’s contract of service and job order workers will be classified as self-employed members of SSS. Government contract of service and job order workers are not covered by the Government Service Insurance System (GSIS) due to…
2022 Collection of PHILHEALTH Updates This article will help you navigate the different PHILHEALTH Updates blog posts. Here is the list of blog post for the PHILHEALTH Updates: In 2022, the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) introduced several pivotal updates aimed at enhancing healthcare services for its members across the nation. These changes encompassed…
Possible price assessment for RT-PCR testing under consideration The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the critical role of widespread testing in controlling virus transmission and protecting public health. RT-PCR testing, considered the gold standard for detecting COVID-19 infections, has been a crucial tool in the country’s pandemic response. However, concerns over the affordability and accessibility of…
PHILHEALTH-ILOILO HOSPITALS REACH A COMPROMISE St. Paul’s Hospital, Iloilo Doctors Hospital, Iloilo Mission Hospital, The Medical City Iloilo, Medicus Medical Center, Qualimed Hospital Iloilo, and Metro Iloilo Hospital and Medical Center Iloilo’s management was initially reported to be firm in their decisions to cut ties with PhilHealth after the unpaid claims reached up to P545…
4 billion worth of claims paid by Philhealth amidst the threat of “Philhealth Holiday” The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) is facing mounting criticism over its delayed reimbursements to hospitals, raising concerns about the stability of the country’s healthcare system. Hospitals across the country have long complained about inefficiencies in PhilHealth’s claims processing, which…
COA: PhilHealth 3rd biggest spender among gov’t firms in 2020 The Commission on Audit (COA) reported that the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) spent P128.04 billion in 2020, ranking as the third highest spender among government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs). The agency has faced criticism for its financial management, particularly its failure to settle growing unpaid…