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How to Choose an HMO in the Philippines (2026)
Compare the top HMO providers in the Philippines — Maxicare, MediCard, Intellicare, PhilCare, and more. Plans, pricing, coverage limits, and what to look for before you enroll.
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Diagnostic
X-Ray Cost in the Philippines [2026 Price Guide]
X-ray prices in the Philippines range from ₱150 to ₱2,000 depending on the body part and facility. Chest X-ray (PA view) costs ₱300-₱800 at private diagnostic centers, dental periapical X-ray ₱200-₱500, and spine X-ray ₱500-₱1,500. Government hospitals are the cheapest option (₱115-₱450), standalone diagnostic centers charge mid-range prices, and private hospitals are the most expensive. PhilHealth covers X-rays when ordered as part of inpatient care or outpatient emergency services.
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Complete Guide to PhilHealth Benefits and Coverage (2026)
Everything you need to know about PhilHealth in 2026 — contribution rates, inpatient and outpatient benefits, maternity coverage, dental, Z-Benefits, and how to file claims.
![Best Psychology & Psychiatry Clinics in Cebu City [2026 Guide]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.clinicfinderph.com%2Fblog%2Fpsychology-psychiatry-clinics-cebu.webp&w=3840&q=75)
Mental Health
Best Psychology & Psychiatry Clinics in Cebu City [2026 Guide]
The best mental health clinics in Cebu City include Tahanan Mental Health and Wellness Clinic (multidisciplinary team), Inner Peace PH (private psychological services), and Chong Hua Hospital Psychiatry (hospital-based, HMO accepted). Psychiatrist consultations range from ₱1,500 to ₱3,000. Psychologist sessions cost ₱1,000 to ₱2,500. Online therapy is available through several clinics and platforms. **Crisis hotline: NCMH 1553 (24/7).**
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Dental
Best Dental Clinics in Antipolo & Rizal [2026 Guide]
The best dental clinics in Antipolo and Rizal include R&L Ponti Dental (SM Masinag, 30+ years), Teeth Options (Antipolo City proper), Primacare Dental (Cainta), and DGT One Dental (multiple branches). Teeth cleaning starts at ₱300 at government facilities and ₱500 at private clinics. Braces range from ₱25,000 to ₱80,000. Metro Antipolo Hospital offers hospital-based dental care, and several clinics accept PhilHealth and HMO plans.
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Dental Crown & Veneer Cost in the Philippines [2026 Price Guide]
Dental crowns in the Philippines cost **₱5,000-₱25,000 per tooth** depending on the material — PFM crowns start at ₱8,000, while zirconia and e.max crowns go up to ₱25,000. Porcelain veneers cost **₱15,000-₱30,000 per tooth**, and composite veneers are available for ₱3,000-₱8,000. PhilHealth does not cover crowns or veneers, but some HMOs offer partial reimbursement.
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![Best Diagnostic Centers in Davao City [2026 Guide]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.clinicfinderph.com%2Fblog%2Fdiagnostic-centers-davao.webp&w=3840&q=75)
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Best Diagnostic Centers in Davao City [2026 Guide]
Leading diagnostic centers in Davao City include Hi-Precision Diagnostics, Southern Philippines Medical Center (SPMC) Laboratory, Davao Doctors Hospital Laboratory, and Healthway Abreeza. Typical prices: CBC ₱150-350, chest X-ray ₱300-600, abdominal ultrasound ₱800-1,500. Most major centers accept PhilHealth and HMOs, and several offer home service specimen collection.
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Dental
Best Dental Clinics in Bacolod City [2026 Guide]
The best dental clinics in Bacolod City include Dente' Care Center (US-trained dentist), City Smiles Dental Clinic at Robinsons Place (Mendez Multispecialty Dental Group), and Comfydent Dental Clinic (PDA-connected specialists). Teeth cleaning starts at ₱300, braces range from ₱25,000 to ₱80,000, and dental implants start at ₱40,000. Government hospitals like CLMMRH offer the most affordable care, while Adventist Medical Center Bacolod provides hospital-based dental and oral surgery services.
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Best Diagnostic Centers in Bacolod City [2026 Guide]
Leading diagnostic centers in Bacolod City include Hi-Precision Diagnostics, Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital (CLMMRH) Laboratory, Riverside Medical Center Laboratory, and Healthway DiagPlus. Typical prices: CBC ₱150-300, chest X-ray ₱250-500, abdominal ultrasound ₱700-1,200. Most major centers accept PhilHealth and HMOs. Government hospital labs at CLMMRH offer the lowest rates in the city.
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Hearing Test & Hearing Aid Cost in the Philippines [2026 Guide]
A basic hearing test (pure tone audiometry) costs **₱500-₱1,500** at most clinics in the Philippines. Hearing aids range from **₱5,000 for basic analog devices** to **₱150,000+ for premium digital models** from brands like Phonak, Widex, and Signia. For testing, visit audiology centers like Active Hearing Center, Manila Hearing Aid, or Ear Diagnostics Inc., or the ENT department of any major hospital. PhilHealth covers hearing aids for children under 18 through the Z Benefits package.
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Pediatric
Best Pediatric Clinics in Bacolod City [2026 Guide]
The best pediatric hospitals in Bacolod City include Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital (CLMMRH — government, most affordable), Riverside Medical Center (largest private pedia department), Dr. Pablo O. Torre Memorial Hospital, and Bacolod Adventist Medical Center. Pediatric consultation fees range from ₱400 to ₱800. Expanded newborn screening costs ₱1,750 and is covered by the PhilHealth Newborn Care Package. CLMMRH has a dedicated Pediatric Department that serves as a referral center for all of Negros Occidental.
![Best OB-GYN Clinics in Davao City [2026 Guide]](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.clinicfinderph.com%2Fblog%2Fobgyn-clinics-davao.webp&w=3840&q=75)
OB-GYN
Best OB-GYN Clinics in Davao City [2026 Guide]
The best OB-GYN hospitals in Davao City include Southern Philippines Medical Center (government, most affordable), Davao Doctors Hospital (lying-in packages from ₱5,000), San Pedro Hospital, and Brokenshire Medical Center (with IVF and fertility services). OB-GYN consultation fees range from ₱500 to ₱1,500. PhilHealth now covers up to ₱37,050 for cesarean section delivery. SPMC handles over 13,000 deliveries per year as the largest government maternity facility in Mindanao.
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