MANILA, Nov. 28 -- The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) on Friday assured the public of the timely and transparent release of the restored subsidy for the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) under the 2026 national budget.

In a statement, DBM OIC-Secretary Rolando Toledo said the additional funding, which raises PhilHealth's total 2026 subsidy to over PHP113 billion, reflects the government's commitment to strengthening universal health care.

"Once the budget becomes law, we will move with speed and precision so that every peso goes directly into service for the people. We will release the PhilHealth subsidy in full and strictly in accordance with all special provisions," Toledo said.

Under the 2026 National E...