Bill Filed for HMO Coverage for All Public School Teachers in Philippines
A lawmaker has filed a bill in the Philippine House of Representatives mandating health maintenance organization (HMO) coverage for all public school teachers, aiming to improve their healthcare access and reduce out-of-pocket expenses.
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