Scammers pose as PhilHealth chief

By Jordan Kurt Domingo

THE Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) has warned the public against scammers impersonating its president and chief executive officer, Beverly Lorraine Ho, to solicit money, donations and conduct unauthorized financial transactions.

In an advisory issued Tuesday, PhilHealth clarified that social media posts, emails and private messages seeking money or donations in the name of the agency or its officials are fraudulent and constitute an fraudulent scheme.

“PhilHealth strictly clarifies that neither Dr. Beverly Lorraine Ho nor any official or employee of PhilHealth is authorized to solicit funds, donations, or personal bank transfers from the public or our partners,” the agency said.

The state health insurer urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious posts, messages or individuals posing as PhilHealth officials to its Corporate Action Center or the nearest PhilHealth regional or local health insurance office.

It emphasized that all legitimate transactions and inquiries must be coursed through its authorized service channels.

“PhilHealth reminds the public that all legitimate transactions and inquiries must be routed through our PhilHealth Regional Offices (PROs) or Local Health Insurance Offices (LHIOs),” it added.

The public may verify information or report suspected scams through the following official PhilHealth communication channels:

• Website: www.philhealth.gov.ph

• 24/7 Corporate Action Center: (02) 8662-2588

• Smart: 0998-857-2957 / 0968-865-4670

• Globe: 0917-127-5987 / 0917-110-9812

• Email: actioncenter@philhealth.gov.ph

• Facebook: PhilHealth Official (@PhilHealthOfficial)

• X: @teamphilhealth