Angioplasty & Stent Cost in the Philippines 2026

Quick Answer: Angioplasty with a stent in the Philippines typically costs ₱150,000 to ₱350,000 or more, depending on the hospital, the number of stents, and whether it's done as an emergency. A pre-procedure coronary angiogram alone runs roughly ₱32,000–₱70,000. If PhilHealth classifies your case as a heart attack (AMI), the case rate jumped from ₱30,300 to ₱523,853 effective December 21, 2024 — but elective angioplasty for stable angina is still paid at the older, much lower case rate. Confirm which package applies with your hospital's PhilHealth desk before assuming full coverage.

Table of Contents

• How much does angioplasty cost in the Philippines?
• How much do heart stents cost — bare-metal vs. drug-eluting?
• How much is a coronary angiogram before the angioplasty?
• Does PhilHealth cover angioplasty and stents?
• What is the ₱524,000 PhilHealth heart attack package, and who qualifies?
• Does emergency angioplasty cost more than elective angioplasty?
• What else adds to the total bill?
• How do you reduce your out-of-pocket cost?
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Conclusion

How much does angioplasty cost in the Philippines?

A full angioplasty procedure with one stent generally costs ₱150,000 to ₱350,000 and up in a private hospital, based on published hospital and cost-estimator figures. The exact bill depends on the hospital tier, room category, number of stents, and how complex the blockage is.

Real-world numbers vary widely. A patient account from the Philippine Heart Center put a total bill at around ₱189,000 including extra tests and monitoring, while a government hospital in Quezon City has been reported at closer to ₱105,000 for a more basic package. A 2022 study published in the Philippine Journal of Cardiology found actual hospitalization costs for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) running from roughly ₱265,000 to ₱425,500 once professional fees, room, and post-procedure care are included — a useful reality check against lower "package" quotes that may not include everything. Private tertiary hospitals in Metro Manila tend to sit at the higher end; regional and government facilities are usually cheaper but may have longer waiting times for a cath lab slot.

How much do heart stents cost — bare-metal vs. drug-eluting?

Drug-eluting stents (DES) cost more than bare-metal stents (BMS), but the Philippines does not have a single published, itemized "stent-only" price list — hospitals typically bundle the device into the total procedure package rather than quoting it separately, so treat any specific device-only peso figure with caution.

What can be said with more confidence:

• Cost-estimator sites report full-procedure ranges of roughly ₱300,000–₱500,000 with a bare-metal stent versus ₱500,000–₱800,000 with a drug-eluting stent, though these appear to bundle facility, professional, and device fees together rather than isolating the stent's price — treat them as a rough directional comparison, not a firm quote.
• Adding an additional stent (for a second blockage) has been reported to add up to ₱90,000 or more to the bill when items like the balloon catheter and tubing aren't part of the base package.
• PhilHealth's own reimbursement for an additional stent is a flat ₱15,000 per case (see below) — far below what the device and related supplies actually cost, which is why multi-stent cases carry a much bigger out-of-pocket gap.

Ask the cardiac cath lab for an itemized quote before the procedure that separates the stent brand/type, the facility fee, and the cardiologist's professional fee — this is the only reliable way to know what you're paying for a specific device in a specific hospital.

How much is a coronary angiogram before the angioplasty?

A coronary angiogram (angiography) — the diagnostic imaging step that shows whether you need a stent at all — costs roughly ₱32,000 to ₱70,000 depending on the facility, done before or separately from the angioplasty itself. A patient account cited a charge of about ₱67,000 for a coronary angiogram at the Philippine Heart Center; treat this as one reported data point rather than an official published rate, since PHC's current pricing page was not accessible for direct verification at the time of writing — call the Philippine Heart Center billing office to confirm current rates. Government facilities tend to sit at the lower end of the range but with longer wait times for a cath lab slot; private hospitals in Metro Manila and Cebu are usually closer to the upper end.

If the angiogram shows a blockage that needs treatment immediately, many hospitals proceed straight to angioplasty in the same session ("ad hoc PCI") rather than scheduling a separate admission — which changes how the bill is packaged but not necessarily the total cost.

Does PhilHealth cover angioplasty and stents?

Yes, but the amount PhilHealth pays depends heavily on whether your case is classified as a heart attack (AMI) or an elective procedure — these are two very different case rates.

The AMI package figures (top four rows) are confirmed directly from PhilHealth's own announcement. The elective/non-AMI case rates (bottom four rows) come from a secondary legal-commentary source summarizing PhilHealth's standard case-rate table and could not be independently re-confirmed against a readable primary PDF at the time of writing — confirm the current elective rate with PhilHealth or your hospital's PhilHealth desk before relying on it. Either way, PhilHealth's payout covers only a fraction of the ₱150,000–350,000+ real-world cost unless your case qualifies for the new AMI package.

What is the ₱524,000 PhilHealth heart attack package, and who qualifies?

PhilHealth Circular PC2024-0032, effective December 21, 2024, raised the case rate for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) performed for a heart attack from ₱30,300 to ₱523,853 — a roughly 1,629% increase, confirmed by PhilHealth's official announcement. This is one of the largest single benefit increases PhilHealth has made for any procedure.

You qualify if you have Ischemic Heart Disease – Acute Myocardial Infarction (IHD-AMI) — meaning a heart attack confirmed by abnormal cardiac biomarkers plus clinical evidence of myocardial ischemia, covering both STEMI and NSTEMI presentations. It does not require a full 24-hour admission to be reimbursed. PhilHealth has stated there should be no co-payment for basic or ward accommodation, in public or private facilities, for patients covered under this package — effectively zero-balance billing for eligible ward patients. As of mid-2026, PhilHealth reported the Philippine Heart Center alone had disbursed ₱227.5 million covering 459 patients admitted between the circular's effective date and July 2025 under the new rate.

This package does not apply to elective angioplasty for stable angina or a scheduled, non-emergency blockage — those are still paid at the much older, lower case rate shown in the table above. The distinction matters: whether your PCI is billed as an AMI emergency or an elective procedure can mean a difference of roughly ₱480,000 in what PhilHealth actually pays. This is also distinct from PhilHealth's broader Z-Benefit Package program, which covers other big-ticket procedures like open-heart bypass surgery and cancer treatment under fixed, all-in packages.

Does emergency angioplasty cost more than elective angioplasty?

Emergency angioplasty during an active heart attack is often billed at a similar or higher total cost than an elective procedure, but the emergency case usually has far better PhilHealth coverage under the new AMI package described above — which can leave you with a smaller out-of-pocket balance despite the more urgent, resource-intensive care.

Emergency cases typically add costs elective procedures don't have: after-hours cath lab activation, ICU or coronary care unit stay for monitoring, additional cardiac enzyme testing to confirm the AMI diagnosis, and sometimes emergency transport between facilities if the admitting hospital lacks a cath lab. On the other side of the ledger, an elective procedure lets you shop around for a hospital, negotiate package pricing in advance, and time the admission around your PhilHealth and HMO benefit limits — options you don't have during a heart attack. If you or a family member has known coronary artery disease, ask your cardiologist in advance which hospitals in your area have an accredited cath lab, so an emergency doesn't default to a facility without one.

What else adds to the total bill?

Beyond the stent and the base procedure fee, expect these common add-ons:

1. Room and confinement — a private or semi-private room adds daily charges on top of the procedure; a basic ward bed at a DOH hospital can be free under Zero Balance Billing if you qualify.
2. Pre-procedure workup — bloodwork, ECG, 2D echo, and chest X-ray are usually required before the cath lab will schedule you.
3. Cardiologist and anesthesiologist professional fees — billed separately from the hospital's facility fee.
4. ICU or coronary care unit — required for AMI cases and some complex elective cases, often the single biggest line item after the stent itself.
5. Post-procedure medication — dual antiplatelet therapy (aspirin plus clopidogrel or ticagrelor) is required for months afterward and is an ongoing out-of-pocket cost PhilHealth's case rate doesn't cover.
6. Cardiac rehabilitation — PhilHealth's ₱66,140 package covers this for AMI patients; elective-case patients may need to pay for rehab sessions separately.

How do you reduce your out-of-pocket cost?

Start by confirming your PhilHealth membership is active and updated before admission — an outdated employer record or missed contribution can delay or block your claim entirely. If your case is a heart attack, make sure the hospital's PhilHealth desk actually files it under the IHD-AMI package (PC2024-0032) rather than an older, lower case rate; this is the single biggest factor in what you'll owe. A ward bed at a DOH-run hospital such as the Philippine Heart Center can bring your balance close to ₱0 for a qualifying AMI case. If you still can't cover the remaining balance, the hospital's Medical Social Service office and the on-site Malasakit Center can layer in DOH, PCSO, and DSWD assistance — see our full guide on what to do if you can't pay a hospital bill. An HMO card, if you have one, can also apply toward room upgrades or the balance PhilHealth doesn't cover.

Frequently Asked Questions

Magkano ang angioplasty sa Pilipinas?

Karaniwang ₱150,000 hanggang ₱350,000 pataas ang gastos sa angioplasty na may stent sa isang pribadong ospital, depende sa bilang ng stent at klase ng kwarto. Mas mura ito sa mga government hospital, pero mas mahaba ang paghihintay.

Is angioplasty covered by PhilHealth?

Partially. If your case is classified as a heart attack (IHD-AMI), PhilHealth now pays up to ₱523,853 under Circular PC2024-0032. If it's an elective, non-emergency procedure, PhilHealth's case rate is reported to be much lower — roughly ₱30,800 to ₱45,000 depending on the stent type, plus ₱15,000 per additional stent. Confirm which rate applies with your hospital's PhilHealth desk.

How many stents can PhilHealth cover in one case?

PhilHealth's add-on rate of ₱15,000 per additional stent has been reported to apply for up to four stents in a single case under the current claims system, though you should confirm the current limit with PhilHealth directly, as edit rules can change.

Is a heart stent a permanent fix?

A stent keeps the artery open at the site it's placed, but it does not cure the underlying coronary artery disease. You'll typically need lifelong medication (including blood thinners for a period after the procedure), lifestyle changes, and regular cardiology follow-up to prevent new blockages.

What's the difference between angioplasty and open-heart bypass surgery?

Angioplasty is a minimally invasive procedure done through a catheter, usually via the wrist or groin, with a shorter recovery than surgery. Bypass surgery (CABG) is open-heart surgery typically reserved for more extensive or complex blockages. See our separate guide on heart bypass surgery cost in the Philippines for that comparison.

Where can I find a hospital with a cath lab near me?

PhilHealth has accredited roughly 70 cath labs nationwide for PCI claims. Use ClinicFinderPH's search or our hospital finder to locate accredited cardiac facilities near you, and confirm cath lab availability directly with the hospital before an emergency happens.

Conclusion

Angioplasty with a stent in the Philippines runs ₱150,000 to ₱350,000 or more, with the angiogram alone adding another ₱32,000–₱70,000 if done separately. The one figure that can change everything is whether your case is filed under PhilHealth's new ₱523,853 heart attack (IHD-AMI) package or the older, much lower elective case rate — ask the hospital's PhilHealth desk to confirm this before the procedure if at all possible. For the surgical alternative, see our guide on heart bypass surgery cost, and for PhilHealth's other big-ticket packages, check the Z-Benefit Package guide. If the bill is still more than you can manage, our guide on what to do if you can't pay a hospital bill walks through PCSO, DSWD, and Malasakit Center assistance step by step.