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Description of Benefits

In-Patient Services (Hospitalization)

>    Services of a Physician including surgical services
>    Room and Board according to the type of room accommodation and subject to the maximum rate of Daily Room
          and Board as stated in the Member's Benefit Schedule
>    General Nursing Service
>    Use of operating room and recovery room
>    Anesthesia and its administration
>    Drug and medication during confinement
>    Confinement in Intensive Care Unit up to the maximum benefit limit
>    Other services deemed medically necessary such as but not limited to:
       >>    Oxygen and its administration
       >>    Dressings, plaster casts and other medical supplies
       >>    Laboratory tests, x-rays and other necessary diagnostic services
       >>    Blood and other blood elements transfusion including screening and cross-matching subject to
                  General Exclusions.
       >>    Dialysis, chemotherapy and similar treatment procedures except occupational therapy up to the maximum
                  benefit limit.


Out-patient Services

Annual Physical Examination (APE) at PhilCare or designated clinics
>    Review of Medical History
>    Physical Examination
>    Chest X-ray
>    Urinalysis
>    Fecalysis
>    Complete Blood Count (CBC)
>    ECG for aged 35 & above
>    Pap Smear for all females aged 35 & above


Preventive Health Care
>    Administration of vaccine (excluding cost of vaccine & determination of susceptibility)
>    Consultations and advice on diet, exercise & healthful habits
>    Periodic monitoring of health problems
>    Family planning counseling


Out-patient Services
>    Consultations, including specialists' evaluation
>    First aid treatment of injury or illness
>    Emergency medicine for the immediate relief of symptoms
>    Necessary x-ray, laboratory and other diagnostic exams
>    Minor surgery not requiring confinement
>    Eye, ear, nose and throat (EENT) care
>    Pre-natal  and  Post-natal consultations at PhilCare clinics


Emergency Care Services
1.    No charge on the following emergency care services rendered at PhilCare Affiliated Hospitals:
        a.    Doctor's services
        b.    Medicines, blood transfusions, intravenous fluids, oxygen, dressings, sutures, and plaster casts
                 (except fiberglass casts)
        c.    X-ray, laboratory and other diagnostic examinations
        d.    Treatment of laceration, pains and other minor injuries
        e.    Medicines for the immediate relief of symptoms and during treatment

2.    Reimbursement of expenses in cases of emergency confinement in a non-affiliated hospital inside or outside the territorial limits of the Philippines up to 100% of the amount that would have been paid by PhilCare had the Member been under the care of an affiliated doctor in an affiliated hospital or medical center or Php 15,000 whichever is lesser.


SPECIAL MODALITIES OF TREATMENT
1 Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy 35,000 limited to once per contract
2
Lithotripsy
30,000 limited to once per contract
3
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
5,000
4
Nuclear/Radioactive Isotope Scan (NRIS)
5,000
5
Hysterescopic Myoma Resection
20,000
6
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy (Unilateral)
75, 000 or subject to MBL; whichever is lower
7
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy (Bilateral)
85,000 or subject to MBL; whichever is lower
8
Transurethral Microwave Therapy of Prostate
30,000 limited to once per contract
9
Hysteroscopically-guided D&C
10,000
10
Percutaneous Ultrasonic Nephrolithotomy
40,000 limited to once per contract
11
Ureterolithotripsy
35,000 limited to once per contract
12
Stereotactic Brain Biopsy
120,000 or subject to MBL; whichever is lower
13
Cryosurgery   
1,000/area
14
Sleep Study
5,000
15
Neuroscan
5,000
16
Pelvic Laparoscopy (for endometriosis)
25,000
17
All Special Modalities of treatment and/or diagnostic procedures  for  which  there  are no comparable conventional or traditional equivalent or counterparts
Covered up to Php 5,000/ procedure /member /year

The availment of Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy, Lithotripsy, Transurethral Microwave Therapy of Prostate, Percutaneous Ultrasonic Nephrolithotomy, Ureterolithotripsy or Cryosurgery procedure is limited only to once per contract year. When a Member chooses the new modalities of treatment enumerated above, PHILCARE will no longer be liable for the cost of further traditional modes of treatment/diagnostics for the same illness or its complications should they be necessary. If a Member refuses to follow the recommended treatment or procedure and the PHILCARE Physician or Affiliated Physician believes that no professionally acceptable alternative exists, then PHILCARE shall no longer be responsible to provide care for the condition under treatment.


Php 10,000 GROUP LIFE for natural death


Php 100,000 GROUP 24-HOUR PLUS AD&D COVERAGE


In case of accidental death or dismemberment, we will pay a percentage of the Principal sum of Php 100,000 according to the schedule below:

Loss of Life

100%

Accidental Dismemberment of Loss of Limbs

 

  a. Both Hands

100%

   b. Both Feet

100%

   c. One Hand and One Foot

100%

   d. One Hand

50%

   e. Arm between Elbow & Wrist

60%

   f. Arm at or above Elbow

70%

   g. One Foot

50%

   h. Leg below Knee

60%

   i. Leg at or above Knee

70%

Loss of Sight

 

   a. Both Eyes

100%

   b. One Eye

50%

Loss of Speech

100%

Loss of Hearing

 

   a. Both Ears

100%

   b. One Ear

50%

 

Accidental Dismemberment or Loss of Use of Fingers

 

  a. All of One Hand

50%

   b. Thumb

15%

   c. Index Finger

10%

   d. Middle Finger

6%

   e. Ring Finger

5%

   f. Little Finger

4%

Loss of Use of Metacarpals

 

   - First or Second

3%

Loss of Use of Metacarpals

 

   - Third, Fourth or Fifth

2%

Accidental Dismemberment or Loss of Use of Toes

 

   a. All of One Foot

25%

   b. Great Toe

5%

  c. Other than Great, Each Toe

1%

Fractured leg or patella with established non-union

10%

Shortening of Leg by at least 5cm

7.50%



Permanent & Total Disability Indemnity
On the 7th month of continuous, permanent and total disability, we will begin paying a monthly cash benefit equal to 3% of the Principal Sum (less any amount paid or payable) for 32 months. If the Named Insured remains Totally and Permanently Disabled one month after the 32nd monthly benefit payment, we will pay a lump sum benefit of 4% of the Principal Sum.


Special Major Accidental Dismemberment or Loss of Use Coverage
We will pay 25% of the Principal Sum in addition to the Accidental Disablement provision if the Named Insured suffers an injury that results in any of the following losses:

a.  Accidental Dismemberment or Loss of Use of Both Hands

b.  Accidental Dismemberment or Loss of Use of Both Feet

c.  Accidental Dismemberment or Loss of Use of One Hand & One Foot

d.  Loss of Sight or Both Eyes


Murder and Assault
Up to 50% of the benefits payable but not exceeding Php 100,000 for injury due to murder or any attempt thereof. Up to 100% of the benefits payable for injury due to homicide or any attempt thereof not occasioned by provocation of Named Insured.


MOTOR VEHICLE LIABILITY PROVISION
PhilCare shall cover motor vehicular accident or if the member's body injuries are claimed to have been caused by any act or omission of a third party through a motor vehicle provided that the member executes an agreement to subrogate to PhilCare whatever rights the member may have by reason of such accident or event that gave to such claim to the extent of the value of the services so rendered.


PHILHEALTH PROVISION
The Agreement is integrated with the benefits under PhilHealth and as such, benefits to which a Member is entitled under PhilHealth, whether or not the member is eligible for PhilHealth benefits, shall be made deductible in the computation of benefits under the Agreement. PHILCARE is therefore under no obligation to pay or advance the costs of such benefits under PhilHealth. Should the Member fail to pay the PhilHealth portion of his availment prior to discharge, then, CLIENT COMPANY shall be obliged to pay PHILCARE this portion within 15 days upon receipt of billing statement.


OPTIONAL DENTAL BENEFIT (with additional costs)
>    Annual dental examination
>    Annual scaling and polishing (light cases only)
>    Simple tooth extraction
>    Treatment of pain, lesions, wounds, and burns
>    Gum treatment, except alveolectomy and gingivectomy
>    Recementation of fixed bridges, crowns, inlays and onlays
>    Temporary fillings and consultations
>    Simple repair and adjustment of dentures
>    Unlimited professional consultations
>    Diagnosis of oral diseases and treatment planning


PROVISIONS ON PRE-EXISTING CONDITIONS
The Pre-Existing Condition Clause shall apply to all accounts with less than one hundred (100) employees.

An illness or condition shall be considered Pre-existing if, during the period prior to the Effective Date of the Agreement or the approval date of reinstatement in case of lapse, any of the following conditions are present: a) any professional advice or treatment was given for such illness or condition; b) such illness or condition was in any way evident to the Member; or c) the pathogenesis of such illness or condition has started whether or not a Member is aware of such illness or condition.

The following conditions and their complications, but not limited to, when occurring during the first year of coverage after the Effective Date or reinstatement date shall be considered Pre-existing: (a) cancer or tumor of all organs or malignancies of the blood or bone marrow (b) endometriosis; (c) hemorrhoids; (d) diseased tonsils requiring surgery; (e) pathological abnormalities of nasal septum and turbinates; (f) hyperthyroidism/goiter; (g) cataracts; (h) sinus condition requiring surgery; (a) epilepsy; (j) asthma; (k) cirrhosis of the liver; (l) tuberculosis; (m) anal fistulae; (n) cholecystitis/cholelithiasis; (o) calculi of the urinary system; (p) gastric or duodenal ulcer; (q) hallux valgus; (s) diabetes mellitus; (t) hypertension; (u) collagen disease; (v) cardiovascular diseases; (w) hernia; and (x) HIV/AIDS.

The Pre-existing Condition Provision shall no longer be applicable after a Member has been covered for twelve (12) consecutive months and the Agreement is renewed except for illnesses or condition specifically excluded by an endorsement which is made part of the Agreement. This is on the condition that there is no failure to disclose or there is no misrepresentation and concealment, whether intentional or unintentional, of material information in the original application or application for reinstatement.

PHILCARE shall reimburse according to its standard rates all expenses related to necessary diagnostics to determine or rule out pre-existing illness or condition as stated in the previous paragraph if the results are negative. If the results of the medical tests are positive, PHILCARE shall not reimburse the cost of such diagnostics. If the Member is issued an exclusion, whether on initial application, renewal or reinstatement, which the Member questions or objects to, the diagnostic procedure(s) which may be necessary to resolve the issue shall be for the account of the Member.

The Pre-Existing Condition Clause may be waived for accounts with one hundred (100) or more employees provided said number represents at least seventy five percent (75%) of the account's total workforce.


GENERAL EXCLUSIONS
"Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary, the following shall not be covered except otherwise specified in List of Benefits"


1. 
Care by Non-Affiliated Physician in either Affiliated or Non-Affiliated Hospitals, except in emergencies wherein the Emergency Provision of the Agreement shall apply

2. 
Care by an Affiliated Physician in Non-Affiliated Hospital

3.  Additional hospital charges and Professional Fees resulting from taking a Room Category higher than that specified in the Member's Benefit Classification, additional personal comfort items (e.g. telephone and television, admission kit) and such other items of the same nature

4.  All pregnancy related conditions requiring medical and surgical care

5.  Circumcision, sterilization of either sex or reversal of such, artificial insemination, sex transformation or diagnosis and treatment of infertility

6.  Rest cures, custodial, domiciliary and convalescent care. These pertain to care in a skilled affiliated facility or an institution that meets certain standards for medical care and includes nursing care and therapeutic services following hospital confinement

7.  Cosmetic procedure and surgery and oral surgery solely for purpose of beautification, except reconstructive surgery to treat functional defects due to disease or accidental injury

8.  Weight reduction programs, surgical operation or procedure for treatment of obesity, including but not limited to gastric stapling

9.  Dental examination, extractions, fillings and general dental attention and conditions and all complications arising there from, except to the extent that are necessary for repair or alleviation of damage to the covered person caused solely by accidental injuries and those dental benefits as specified in the Agreement

10.  All forms of behavioral disorders whether congenital or acquired; developmental or psychiatric disorder; psychosomatic illness

11.  Any injury, illness or condition which the Member may suffer after he has taken intoxicating drugs or alcoholic beverage as evidenced by clinical history or alcoholic breath as determined by the examining physician and/or conditions or illnesses resulting from Alcoholism and Drug Addiction

12.  Medical or surgical procedures that are experimental in nature and not generally accepted as standard medical treatment by the medical profession, that may include but is not limited to, Chiropractic Services and Acupuncture

13.  Allergens used for hypersensitivity testing regardless if administered as an out-patient or in- patient procedure

14.  Procurement or use of corrective appliances, prosthesis, artificial aids and durable equipment such as but not limited to the following: (a) stents; (b) prolene mesh; (c) pins, screws, plates, wires; (d) VP shunt, clips; (e) hearing aids; (f) intraocular lens, eyeglasses, contact lenses; (g) balloons, valves; (h) braces, crutches; (a) pace maker

15.  All expenses incurred by the Member in the process of donating organs

16.  Injuries or illnesses resulting from hazardous activities in which a Member has engaged in leisure that may include but is not limited to: bungee jumping, scuba diving, hang-gliding, mountain climbing and all such other voluntary activities which pose a danger to life and limb, except those related to or directly connected with the Member's occupation as declared in the application for health care coverage under the Agreement

17.  Physical examinations and other related services required for obtaining or continuing employment, insurance or government licensing, or not related to the health maintenance of the client

18.  Injuries or illnesses due to military service or suffered under conditions of war

19.  Executive check-ups and confinement which are for purely diagnostic purposes except as specified in the Agreement

20.  Injuries or illnesses wherein the care or reimbursement of services is provided by law or a government program, up to the stipulated limits

21.  Injuries or illness which are self-inflicted, caused by attempt at suicide, or incurred as a result of or while participating in the commission of a crime or acts involving the violation of laws or ordinances

22.  Take-home medicine, immunizing agents and out-patient medicines, with the exception of intravenous chemotherapy medicine and those administered during an emergency treatment

23.  Vaccines, whether elective or administered during an emergency treatment are not covered

24.  All hospital charges and Professional Fees incurred after the day and time the discharge from the hospital has been duly authorized

25.  Laser Treatment for the purpose of corrective eye refraction

26.  "Medico-Legal Fees" These are professional fees of a medico-legal consultant to whom a patient is referred primarily for the issuance of a medical certificate for legal purposes

27.  Diseases declared by the Department of Health as "epidemic" shall be not covered by PhilCare under the Agreement including all related consultations and diagnostic procedures.