January 13, 2026 Why HMOs Experience Slow Approval Processes — And What Members Can Do About It

Posted at January 13, 2026h in Company News by Better Health Insider

Health maintenance organizations (HMOs) often experience slow approval times because multiple verification steps must happen before a request can be cleared. First, the HMO needs to confirm that the member’s coverage is active, that the condition or treatment is included in the plan, and that...

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December 9, 2025 Why Are Some HMO Clinics Inaccessible? Understanding Network Limitations and How to Avoid Hassles

Posted at December 9, 2025h in Company News by Better Health Insider

Many Filipinos encounter inaccessible healthcare in the Philippines, especially when trying to book appointments at HMO-accreditated clinics. Long waiting times, fully booked schedules, or clinics that seem perpetually unavailable are common frustrations among members. These issues are now always due to the patient’s HMO–many factors...

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December 1, 2025 Why HMO Issues Happen: Understanding Approval, Benefit Denials, and Clinic Accessibility

Posted at December 1, 2025h in Company News by Better Health Insider

When using your Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) provider, one of the last things you want is to experience slow approvals or worse — denied benefits. Why do these issues occur? Here’s a quick explainer and how to avoid them. Key Takeaways Slow approvals typically result from operational,...

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November 24, 2025 iCare Leaders Honored at Pinnacle Awards 2025 for Making Healthcare Easier for Filipino Families

Posted at November 24, 2025h in Company News by Better Health Insider

iCare earns top honors at the Pinnacle Awards 2025, highlighting its rapid growth, digital innovation, and commitment to making healthcare simple for Filipino Families....

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November 17, 2025 iCare Strengthens Its Support for IBPAP and the IT-BPM Workforce at the 2025 Labor Standards and Health Forum

Posted at November 17, 2025h in Company News by Better Health Insider

IBPAP’s Q4 Labor Standards and Health Forum gathered the IT-BPM community to confront one of the most urgent workplace health challenges in the country. At a time when employers face rising expectations and the workforce navigates evolving risks, iCare joined IBPAP as an Elite Partner...

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October 29, 2025 iCare Backs HR Leaders at PMAP Cebu Conference with Data-Driven Approach to Sustainable Healthcare

Posted at October 29, 2025h in Company News by Better Health Insider

As medical inflation in the Philippines continues to outpace general inflation by three to four times, both employers and employees are feeling the strain. During the 62nd Annual Conference of the People Management Association of the Philippines held on October 22–24, 2025, at NUSTAR Resort...

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October 17, 2025 Star Power and Better Health: iCare Celebrates 34 Years with Quezon

Posted at October 17, 2025h in Company News by Better Health Insider

In a world that moves too fast, some stories remind us to pause, to reflect on who we are, and to celebrate the values that bind us together. At the Ayala Malls Cinema in Glorietta, iCare hosted a special block screening of the film Quezon....

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September 24, 2025 iCare HMO Champions Sustainable Healthcare at the International IT-BPM Summit 2025

Posted at September 24, 2025h in Company News by Better Health Insider

The IT-BPM industry in the Philippines remains one of the country’s most powerful economic engines. It supports millions of jobs, strengthens global competitiveness, and fuels growth across sectors such as BPO, FMCG, hospitality, retail, real estate, and professional services. As many of the country’s top employer brands...

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September 22, 2025 Janine Gutierrez Gifts iCare HMO Plans to Siblings Diego, Jessica, and Maxine

Posted at September 22, 2025h in Company News by Better Health Insider

When actress and iCare HMO brand ambassador Janine Gutierrez surprised her siblings with their own health plans, the gesture captured not just a family’s playful dynamic but also the deeper meaning of care. ...

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September 1, 2025 iCare Honored by Ayala with Access Champion Award for Expanding Healthcare Access Nationwide 

Posted at September 1, 2025h in Company News by Better Health Insider

iCare is honored to receive the Access Champion Award from AC Health (an Ayala Company), recognizing its commitment to making healthcare more accessible for Filipinos. The award also highlights iCare’s strong partnership with Healthway Medical Network in expanding nationwide healthcare access. ...

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