SAS14: Health Care System

Question 1

It is the organization of people, institutions, and resources that deliver, whose primary intent is to promote, restore or maintain health care services to meet the health needs of target populations.

Answer 1

Health Care System

Question 2

It is all of the mechanisms, resources and processes that together meet the health needs of a population.

Answer 2

Health Care System

Question 2

It is a mix of public and private health care providers and
facilities. It aims to provide accessible and affordable health care services to all Filipinos.

Answer 2

Philippine health care system

Question 3

Health care delivery is decentralized, with the ________ overseeing public health programs and services.

Answer 3

Department of Health (DOH)

Question 4

This includes government-owned hospitals and health centers that provide subsidized or free health care services to the public.

Answer 4

Public Sector

Question 4

This comprises privately-owned hospitals, clinics, and medical professionals that offer health care services for a fee.

Answer 4

Private Sector

Question 5

It is a government-owned agency that administers the National Health Insurance Program, providing health insurance coverage to Filipinos.

Answer 5

PhilHealth

Question 5

What is the full name of PhilHealth?

Answer 5

Philippine Health Insurance Corporation

Question 6

What are the components of the Health Care System?

Answer 6

Public Sector, Private Sector, & PhilHealth

Question 7

This relies on various sources, including government budgets, PhilHealth contributions, out-of-pocket payments, and private health insurance.

Answer 7

Health Financing in the Philippines

Question 8

All Filipino citizens are automatically enrolled in the National Health Insurance Program (NHIP) and are entitled to PhilHealth coverage.

Answer 8

Automatic Enrollment

Question 8

This is a landmark legislation aimed at providing all Filipinos with equitable access to quality and affordable health care services.

Answer 8

Republic Act 11223 or Universal Health Care Act

Question 8

When was the Universal Health Care Act signed into law in the Philippines?

Answer 8

February 2019

Question 8

This plays a crucial role in providing financial risk protection and ensuring access to health care services for its members.

Answer 8

PhilHealth

Question 9

The law expands the scope of PhilHealth benefits to include preventive, promotive, curative, rehabilitative, and palliative care services.

Answer 9

Expanding Coverage

Question 10

Under the law, patients enrolled in PhilHealth are protected from “no balance billing” for services covered by the NHIP, meaning they should not be charged any additional fees beyond what PhilHealth covers.

Answer 10

No Balance Billing

Question 10

The law includes provisions for the development and
deployment of health human resources to address shortages and ensure the availability of skilled health workers, particularly in underserved areas.

Answer 10

Health Human Resources Development

Question 11

The law outlines various funding mechanisms to sustain the Universal Health Care program, including the annual appropriations from the national government, sin taxes, and contributions from PhilHealth members and the government.

Answer 11

Funding Mechanisms

Question 11

Republic Act 11223 introduces reforms in health governance to ensure efficient and effective delivery of health services, including the strengthening of local health systems and the establishment of Health Technology Assessment (HTA) systems.

Answer 11

Health Governance Reforms

Question 12

This represents a significant step towards achieving universal health coverage in the Philippines.

Answer 12

Republic Act 11223 or Universal Health Care Act

Question 12

This is a government initiative to improve health care
infrastructure and upgrade facilities in public hospitals and health centers.

Answer 12

Health Facilities Enhancement Program (HFEP)

Question 13

This is a conditional cash transfer program that includes health-related grants to eligible beneficiaries to improve health outcomes.

Answer 13

Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps)

Question 14

This is utilizing technology to deliver health care services remotely, overcoming geographical barriers and improving access to specialist care.

Answer 14

Telemedicine

Question 15

This is digitizing patient records to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and continuity of care across health care facilities.

Answer 15

Electronic Medical Records (EMRs)

Question 16

This is implementing information systems for data collection, analysis, and monitoring to support evidence-based decision-making and health policy development.

Answer 16

Health Information Systems

Question 17

What are the roles of technology in Philippine Health Care?

Answer 17

Telemedicine, Electronic Medical Records (EMRs), & Health Information System