MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Health (DOH) clarified on Tuesday that a Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) Identification Number (PIN) is not required to receive a COVID-19 vaccine or to register for vaccination.
According to DOH, PIN is only required when claiming PhilHealth benefits in cases of adverse events following immunization (AEFI).
“Following the statement of the Philippine Health Insurance Corp. (PhilHealth) that a Philhealth Identification Number (PIN) is required for COVID-19 vaccination, the Department of Health (DOH) clarifies that PIN is not a requirement to register for and receive the COVID-19 vaccine,” the DOH said in a statement.
“To en…
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