The PhilHealth Konsulta Package, short for Konsultasyong Sulit at Tama, no longer exists under that name. PhilHealth rebranded and expanded it into YAKAP, or Yaman ng Kalusugan Program, starting July 2025, with an expanded scope of free consultations, medicines, lab tests, and cancer screenings. If you already registered under Konsulta, your record carried over automatically, and you don’t need to sign up again.
If you’re searching for “Konsulta package” because you saw it mentioned somewhere or registered under it years ago, the benefit itself is still very much alive, just under a new name with a noticeably bigger scope. This article walks through exactly what changed, whether you need to do anything, and how to access the benefit today.
What Was the PhilHealth Konsulta Package?
Konsulta was PhilHealth’s primary care benefit, launched to give members free consultations, basic diagnostic tests, and a limited set of medicines at a registered primary care provider. It was designed to catch health issues early, before they turned into costly hospital confinements, and required members to register with a specific clinic that PhilHealth would then reimburse directly.
Under Konsulta, members needed to complete an initial assessment at their chosen clinic and register as that provider’s patient before accessing the benefit. Coverage included consultations, a basic set of laboratory tests, and around 21 essential medicines for common conditions like hypertension and diabetes. It was a meaningful step toward primary care coverage, though its scope was narrower than what most families actually needed for ongoing outpatient care.
What Happened to Konsulta?
PhilHealth rebranded Konsulta into YAKAP, or Yaman ng Kalusugan Program, effective July 2025, under PhilHealth Circular 2025-0017. This wasn’t a shutdown of the benefit, but an expansion of it, with a wider medicine list, added cancer screening, and a more structured registration process built around what’s now called the First Patient Encounter.
The name change tends to confuse people who registered under Konsulta years ago and haven’t checked their PhilHealth records since. If you’re still seeing “Konsulta” referenced on an old form, a clinic’s signage, or an outdated article, know that it refers to the same underlying benefit now operating under YAKAP. PhilHealth’s own communications have shifted almost entirely to the new name, so searching for updated information under “YAKAP” going forward will generally return more current results. YAKAP is only one of several benefits available to members. To see everything PhilHealth currently covers, including hospitalization, outpatient care, maternity, and other services, read PhilHealth Benefits Full List and How to Claim guide.
Do You Need to Re-Register?
No, if you had an active Konsulta registration before July 2025, PhilHealth carried your record over to YAKAP automatically, and you don’t need to sign up again. You only need to take action if you were never registered under either program, or if you want to switch to a different clinic than the one you originally registered with.
If you’re unsure whether your old Konsulta registration is still active, checking your Member Data Record through the Member Portal or asking your registered clinic directly confirms your current status. Members who haven’t used the benefit in years may find it worth reconfirming their registered clinic is still accredited and conveniently located, since some primary care providers change their PhilHealth accreditation status over time.
Konsulta vs. YAKAP: What Actually Changed
|
Feature |
Konsulta (Before July 2025) |
YAKAP (Current) |
|---|---|---|
|
Medicine coverage |
Around 21 essential drugs |
Up to ₱20,000 yearly, drawn from 75 approved drugs |
|
Cancer screening |
Not included |
Included as a dedicated benefit |
|
Lab tests |
Basic outpatient panel |
Expanded outpatient lab package |
|
Registration |
Initial assessment at chosen clinic |
First Patient Encounter (FPE), in-person, with identity verification |
|
Clinic assignment |
Tied to one provider |
Tied to one provider for a year, transferable after |
The most noticeable upgrade for most families is the medicine allowance, since ₱20,000 a year against 75 approved drugs covers considerably more ground than the older, narrower list. Cancer screening is also a genuinely new addition, giving members a preventive benefit that simply didn’t exist under the old program.
How to Access Primary Care Benefits Now
Check if you’re already registered by reviewing your Member Data Record through the PhilHealth Member Portal.
If you’re new, choose a YAKAP-accredited clinic, ideally one close to home or work, since you’ll be tied to it for a year.
Complete your First Patient Encounter (FPE) in person, which involves a health history review, physical exam, and identity verification.
Sign the Empanelment Slip, formally confirming that clinic as your primary care provider.
Return to that clinic for consultations, medicines, lab tests, and screenings covered under your yearly allowance.
If you already have a Konsulta record, you can generally skip straight to visiting your registered clinic, since the FPE and empanelment steps were already completed under the old system.
Requirements to Register
If you’re registering for the first time, you’ll need an active PhilHealth Identification Number (PIN), a valid government-issued ID, and updated contributions if you’re a voluntary, self-employed, or OFW member. Bringing a list of any existing health conditions or current medications to your first patient encounter also speeds up the assessment considerably. If your membership contributions are inactive or you need to settle missed payments before registering, follow our step-by-step How to Pay PhilHealth Online guide to update your account.
Common Mistakes and Confusion Points
Troubleshooting
If your old Konsulta registration doesn’t appear to have carried over, or your clinic can’t locate your record, start by confirming your PhilHealth membership status is active through the Member Portal.
If everything checks out on your end, PhilHealth’s Corporate Action Center can look into the discrepancy directly, since a small number of older records occasionally need manual verification during the migration to YAKAP.
Tips for Using Your Primary Care Benefits
Confirm your registered clinic’s current accreditation before a visit, especially if you haven’t used the benefit in a few years. Keep your PhilHealth contributions current, since an inactive account can affect your standing even if you were previously registered under Konsulta.
Bring a valid ID and any existing medical records to every visit, since clinics verify your identity and history each time. If your usual clinic is inconvenient, remember you can transfer to a different accredited provider after your first year with your current one.
Frequently Asked Questions
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