Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session 
HOUSE BILL NO. 2107 
Introduced by Representative Ivan Howard Guintu 
EXPLANATORY NOTE 
Section 11, Article XIII of the Constitution provides that “The State shall adopt an 
integrated and comprehensive approach to health development which shall endeavor to make 
essential goods, health, and other social services available to all the people at affordable cost. 
There shall be priority for the needs of the underprivileged sick, elderly, disabled, women, 
and children. The State shall endeavor to provide free medical care to paupers.” 
Republic Act No 11223 otherwise known as the Universal Health Care Act was 
implemented in order to, among others, “Ensure that all Filipinos are guaranteed equitable 
access to quality and affordable health care goods and services, and protected against financial 
risk.” This landmark legislation mandated the inclusion of all Filipinos to the National Health 
Insurance Program in order to avail of the services and benefits provided by PhilHealth.  
Data reported by the Philippine Statistics Authority in November 2024 shows that 
ischaemic heart diseases were the leading cause of death with 60,253 cases, followed by 
neoplasms at 33,210 deaths, cerebrovascular diseases with 30,552 deaths, pneumonia with 
19,842 deaths, and finally diabetes mellitus at fifth with 19,214 deaths. These numbers do not 
solely represent data, but represent lives of Filipinos who passed away due to illnesses that can 
be addressed beforehand. While some of these diseases are linked to genetic factors, majority 
of these are still preventable with proper health consultations, public health initiatives, and a 
better lifestyle. 
This proposed measure seeks to provide free annual medical check-ups to all Filipinos. 
By virtue of every Filipino’s membership to the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, all 
Filipinos are entitled to free annual medical check-ups such as, but not limited to, to blood 
sugar and cholesterol tests. It is of utmost importance that the State prioritizes the health care 
programs and provide these at zero cost to every Filipino. 
In view of the foregoing, the passage of this bill is earnestly sought. 
IVAN HOWARD A. GUINTU 
Representative, 1st District of Capiz 
July 21, 2025
11:07 am


Republic of the Philippines 
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 
Quezon City, Metro Manila 
TWENTIETH CONGRESS 
First Regular Session
HOUSE BILL NO. 2107 
Introduced by Representative Ivan Howard Guintu 
AN ACT 
PROVIDING FOR FREE ANNUAL MEDICAL CHECK-UP FOR FILIPINOS 
Be it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the Philippines in Congress assembled: 
SECTION 1. Short Title. – This Act shall be known as the “Free Annual Medical Check-Up Act”. 
SECTION 2. Declaration of Policy. – The State recognizes its duty to protect and promote the right to 
health of the people. Pursuant to its duty, the State shall provide the services needed to ensure the health 
and wellness of every Filipino. Aside from enhancing programs that focus on preventive and curative 
medicine, there should be emphasis on improving the country’s health care system in terms of 
preventive interventions and strengthening the health-seeking behavior of citizens. In line with this, 
Filipinos shall be entitled to an annual medical check-up, through the programs of the Philippine Health 
Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth), which is free of charge in any government hospital and institution. 
SECTION 3. Coverage. 
A. Population Coverage – Pursuant to Sec. 5 of Republic Act No. 11223 or the “Universal
Health Care Act,” every Filipino citizen shall automatically be included in the National
Health Identification Program or NHIP, hence making every Filipino a PhilHealth member
and thus entitled to the applicable benefits under this Act.
B. Medical Check-Up Coverage – PhilHealth, in consultation with the Department of Health
(DOH), shall establish a program to provide Filipinos with free annual medical check-up
including, but not limited to, blood sugar and cholesterol tests: Provided, That, prior to the
availment of laboratory and/or diagnostic exams, the patient must first be screened by a
PhilHealth-accredited primary care provider as stated under Sec. 6(d) of R.A. 11223 to
evaluate the patient and identify which laboratory and/or diagnostic exams should be
administered: Provided, further, That, upon approval of the PhilHealth Board, these
laboratory and/or diagnostic exams shall be expanded subject to the availability of
PhilHealth funds and the current and emerging health necessities of Filipinos.
SECTION 4. Schedule of Free Medical Check-Up. The duration of availing of the free medical check-
up shall be for the whole calendar year, accorded once a year, during the birth month of the beneficiary. 
PhilHealth shall establish a system to ensure that every Filipino will be accommodated and get the 
services they are entitled to. 


 
SECTION 5. Appropriations. – The amount necessary to implement this Act shall be charged against 
the total revenue of PhilHealth, composed of premium contributions from direct contributors and 
premium subsidies of the government for the indirect contributors, of the year following its enactment 
into law and thereafter. 
 
SECTION 6. Implementing Rules and Regulations. – The Department of Health, in coordination with 
PhilHealth, shall promulgate the necessary rules and regulations for the proper implementation of this 
Act not later than ninety (30) days from its effectivity. 
 
SECTION 7. Repealing Clause. – All other laws, decrees, executive orders, proclamations, other 
issuances, rules, and regulations, or parts thereof inconsistent with the provisions of this Act are hereby 
repealed, amended, or modified accordingly. 
 
SECTION 8. Separability Clause. – If any provision or part of this Act is declared invalid or 
unconstitutional, other provisions not affected thereby shall continue to be in full force and effect. 
 
SECTION 9. Effectivity. – This Act shall take effect fifteen (15) days from its publication in the 
Official Gazette or in at least two (2) newspapers of general circulation. 
 
Approved,