22 Questions
What is the primary objective of consolidating fragmented providers into province-wide and city-wide service delivery networks?
To navigate and coordinate Institutionalized healthcare services
What is the requirement for government scholars under the expanded scholarship program?
3 years return service in underserved areas
What is the purpose of Health Technology Assessment in the healthcare system?
To determine the feasibility of new healthcare technologies
What is the target ratio of basic to non-basic accommodation beds for government hospitals?
90:10
What is the purpose of requiring health and financial data submission by healthcare providers and suppliers?
To ensure transparency and accountability
What is the primary objective of PhilHealth's simplification of membership into direct and indirect contributory members?
To pool funds for individual-based health services
What is necessary to make decentralization work for Universal Health Care?
Clearly defining roles between national and local governments
What is the main function of the National Health Insurance Program (PhilHealth) in the Philippines?
Serving as the preferred single payer for healthcare services
What is essential for supporting the devolution of powers and functions in healthcare?
Adequate financing through intergovernmental transfers
What is necessary to ensure effective healthcare delivery in the Philippines?
Consolidating local governments to reduce inefficiencies
What is the dual system composed of in the Philippines?
Public and private healthcare providers
What is essential for effective healthcare governance in the Philippines?
Institutionalizing accountability mechanisms
What is the primary goal of the Universal Health Care Act in the Philippines?
To ensure equitable access to quality and affordable healthcare
How are individual-based health services funded under the Universal Health Care Act?
Primarily through pre-payment mechanisms such as SHI, PHI, and HMO
What is the role of the National Health Insurance Program (NHIP) in the Universal Health Care Act?
To provide health insurance to all Filipino citizens, regardless of their financial situation
How are healthcare providers incentivized to form networks under the Universal Health Care Act?
Through a shift to performance-driven, closed-end, prospective payments
What is the role of the Department of Health (DOH) in the implementation of the Universal Health Care Act?
To contract with province-wide and city-wide health systems
What is the goal of the Health Promotion Bureau in the Department of Health?
To promote health literacy and healthy living
How are healthcare services regulated under the Universal Health Care Act?
Through a licensing and regulatory system
What is the role of the PhilHealth Board of Directors in the implementation of the Universal Health Care Act?
To oversee the implementation of the NHIP
What is the goal of the National Health Human Resources Master Plan?
To provide appropriate policies and strategies for health workforce development
What is the source of funding for the Universal Health Care Act?
A combination of government subsidies, premium contributions, and sin tax collections
This quiz covers PhilHealth's individual-based services, including membership types, funding, and service delivery networks in the Philippines. Learn about the role of the Department of Health and how services are consolidated and accredited.
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