How OFWs can update PhilHealth Member Data Record
Jul 20, 2016
Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are recommended to be member of PhilHealth to avail benefits entitled for them. OFWs pay an amount of P2,400.00 per year as their premium contribution so they can avail of PhilHealth benefits for hospital confinements and surgeries. To be able to enjoy these benefits, any changes in the OFWs membership data record should be updated at once (i.e. civil status etc.) to avoid any inconvenience. OFWs should follow the steps below to update their PhilHealth member data record: 1. Download the PhilHealth Member Registration form. 2. Check the box ‘For Updating’ found on the upper right-hand side of the form.
3. Fill the part where the necessary revisions should be. Double-check the information you are to provide.
4. After filling up, email the accomplished form to ofp@philhealth.gov.ph
5. Wait for an emailed copy of your updated Member Data Record.
OFWs can pay their contribution in advance for five years or depends on the duration of the employment contract with their overseas employer.
