Governor Eugenio Jose Lacson yesterday signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Saver Plan Medical and Healthcare Services (SPMHS), for the health insurance coverage of Negros Occidental provincial government employees.
The MOA signing between Lacson and Elmer Doctora, who represented SPMHS, was witnessed by Provincial Administrator Atty. Rayfrando Diaz and Progressive Alliance of Capitol Employees (PACE) president Randy Peacita.
Under Ordinance No. 005, Series of 2025, the Provincial Government of Negros Occidental (PGNO) is authorized to utilize the medical allowance granted under Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Budget Circular No. 2024-6 for group insurance or other health-related benefits for eligible employees.
The officials and employees of the Negros Occidental provincial government expressed their interest in joining a group insurance plan, prompting the provincial government to procure group health coverage to ensure uniform, equitable, and efficient access to healthcare benefits.
As provided in the MOA, insurance premiums shall be charged against the medical allowance of eligible employees, as authorized under DBM Budget Circular No. 2024-6 and Ordinance No. 005, Series of 2025.
Meanwhile, employees who already have existing health and medical insurance can opt for the cash option and will continue to receive their medical allowance accordingly.*
