DBM Approves P10.38 Billion for Zero Balance Billing Program
The Philippine Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has approved P10.38 billion to support the Zero Balance Billing (ZBB) program, aiming to alleviate hospitalization costs and improve healthcare access. This funding will expand the ZBB implementation in government hospitals nationwide.
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