The Department of Health is still validating healthcare worker benefits under the Public Health Emergency Benefits and Allowances program, despite the release of funds by the Department of Budget and Management since 2021.
The DBM earlier asked the DOH to develop a “HEA Mapping” to capture and present all PHEBA claims and payments by regional/health facilities for the duration of the period covered by the benefit. “In response to this agreement, our Office, with assistance from al Operating Units , has created a HEA mapping outlining both the released funds and the remaining funds required for the aforementioned grant,” Vidal-Taiño said.“Please be advised that the data provided in this mapping are subject to change.
The mapping will provide a comprehensive status of the PHEBA, which our departments shall use ni expediting the final determination of the amount of deficiency to cover the full settlement of arrears.