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After boosting the controversial MAIFIP, the bicameral conference committee approved a P63.895 billion budget for the AICS program, more than double the executive branch’s original P27 billion request.

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The DOH said any increase in MAIFIP funding should be redirected to LGU hospitals to speed up zero-balance billing and reduce reliance on politicians' guarantee letters.

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The Commission on Audit flagged delays, underspending, and weak compliance in the DOH’s MAIFIP in 2024, leaving billions unused.

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After boosting the controversial MAIFIP, the bicameral conference committee approved a P63.895 billion budget for the AICS program, more than double the executive branch’s original P27 billion request.

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The Commission on Audit flagged delays, underspending, and weak compliance in the DOH’s MAIFIP in 2024, leaving billions unused.

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