Book IV — Health, Safety & Social Welfare
Article 186
PD 442 · Labor Code of the PhilippinesELI5 guide available
ELI5— what this means for you
The SSS/GSIS has authority over your medical care under ECC — including choosing your doctor and hospital. If you change medical providers without authorization, any resulting complications won't be covered.
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