Good news for PhilHealth members: Starting August 21, 2025, you can now receive up to ₱20,000 worth of medicines per year for free under PhilHealth’s new program called GAMOT – short for Guaranteed and Accessible Medications for Outpatient Treatment.
This program is part of PhilHealth’s YAKAP (Your Konsulta and Access Point) initiative, which aims to make primary healthcare services—including medicines, consultations, and screenings—more accessible to every Filipino.
What Is PhilHealth GAMOT?
PhilHealth GAMOT is an outpatient drug benefit package designed to help members afford essential medicines for common and chronic illnesses.
Here’s why this program is important:
- Covers 75 essential medicines – including treatments for infections, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, asthma, COPD, and neurological conditions.
- Annual benefit limit (ABL): ₱20,000 – resets every January 1.
- Fixed pricing – medicines are provided based on a standard price. If you choose a brand that costs more than the fixed rate, you may have to pay the difference.
Who Can Avail the Benefit
All PhilHealth members and their qualified dependents are eligible if they:
- Are registered under PhilHealth’s YAKAP (Your Konsulta and Access Point) program.
- Have consulted a YAKAP-accredited doctor and received a prescription with a Unique Prescription Security Code (UPSC).
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Claim Your Free Medicines
- Register Under YAKAP
- You can register via the PhilHealth Member Portal, the eGovPH App, a PhilHealth office, or directly at a YAKAP clinic.
- Consult a YAKAP Doctor
- A primary care doctor will assess your health and issue a prescription slip with a UPSC if medicines are needed.
- Go to a GAMOT-Accredited Facility
- Bring your prescription slip and a valid government ID to an accredited pharmacy or drug outlet.
- Claim Your Medicines
- The medicines will be dispensed based on your remaining annual limit. You will also receive an availment slip showing your remaining balance.
- Track Your Benefit Usage
- Remember, the benefit resets annually and unused amounts do not carry over. Use your coverage before the end of the year.
Sample GAMOT-Accredited Facilities
Here are a few accredited facilities where members can claim their free medicines (with more outlets being added nationwide):
- Vidacure – Alabang (Muntinlupa)
- Vidacure – Cubao (Quezon City)
- CGD Medical Depot Inc. – Vertis North, Quezon City
- Chinese General Hospital & Medical Center – Manila
- Generika Drugstore (Pharm Gen Ventures Corp) – Multiple branches in Parañaque, Navotas, Quezon City, Taguig
Check here for the full and updated GAMOT- accredited facilities.
Tips for Hassle-Free Availment
- Claim promptly – Within 2 days for prescriptions related to infections, and within 2 weeks for other conditions.
- Choose generics – To maximize your ₱20,000 coverage.
- Keep your membership records updated – To avoid processing delays.
- Save your availment slips – These help you track your remaining benefit.
Why This Matters
Healthcare costs continue to rise, and medicines are often one of the biggest expenses for Filipino families. The GAMOT program:
- Reduces out-of-pocket spending
- Helps patients stick to their prescribed treatment
- Expands access to essential drugs across accredited pharmacies and clinics nationwide
Final Thoughts
PhilHealth’s GAMOT program is a major step forward in improving healthcare access for all Filipinos. If you are a PhilHealth member, register under YAKAP (Your Konsulta and Access Point), get a proper prescription, and claim your medicines from an accredited GAMOT facility.
With ₱20,000 in annual coverage, you can better manage your health and focus on recovery without worrying too much about the cost of medicines.
For more details on PhilHealth GAMOT, members may reach PhilHealth’s 24/7 touch points at (02) 866-225-88 or at mobile numbers 0998-857-2957, 0968-865-4670, 0917-1275987 or 0917-1109812.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is PhilHealth GAMOT?
PhilHealth GAMOT (Guaranteed and Accessible Medications for Outpatient Treatment) is a benefit package that gives members up to ₱20,000 worth of free outpatient medicines per year.
2. Who is eligible for the PhilHealth GAMOT program?
All PhilHealth members and their qualified dependents can avail of the benefit as long as they are registered under YAKAP (Your Konsulta and Access Point) and have a prescription with a Unique Prescription Security Code (UPSC) from a YAKAP-accredited doctor.
3. How do I claim my free medicines under PhilHealth GAMOT?
– Register under the YAKAP program.
– Consult a YAKAP-accredited doctor.
– Get a prescription slip with a UPSC.
– Present the prescription and a valid ID at a GAMOT-accredited pharmacy or drug outlet to claim your medicines.
4. How much is the annual benefit limit under PhilHealth GAMOT?
You can claim up to ₱20,000 worth of medicines per year. The limit resets every January 1. Unused amounts do not carry over.
5. Where can I claim my free medicines?
You can claim your medicines at any GAMOT-accredited pharmacy, drugstore, or hospital outlet. Examples include Vidacure (Alabang and Cubao), CGD Medical Depot (Vertis North, Quezon City), Chinese General Hospital & Medical Center (Manila), and Generika Drugstore branches in Parañaque, Navotas, Quezon City, and Taguig.