PhilHealth YAKAP Registration Online Guide
Complete step-by-step guide to PhilHealth YAKAP (Yaman ng Kalusugan) registration online via eGovPH app and Member Portal — requirements, PCU verification, walk-in at LHIO, and common mistakes to avoid
What you'll learn in this PhilHealth YAKAP registration guide
This PhilHealth YAKAP registration online guide for the Philippines walks you through selecting your YAKAP PC Clinic via the eGovPH app or PhilHealth Member Portal, preparing requirements (PIN, PCU verification, government ID), completing your First Patient Encounter (FPE), and avoiding common mistakes like using the terminated My PhilHealth Portal (MPP).
For related guides, also see our SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG Employer Registration Guide, PhilHealth Contribution Table 2026 Guide, and SSS, Pag-IBIG, PhilHealth Contribution Rules Guide.
What is PhilHealth YAKAP (Yaman ng Kalusugan Program)?
The PhilHealth YAKAP (Yaman ng Kalusugan Program) is the Philippine government's primary care program that gives PhilHealth members access to free outpatient consultations, selected diagnostics, and essential medicines at accredited clinics nationwide. It is the evolution of the former PhilHealth Konsulta program, redesigned to shift from reactive treatment to proactive wellness — keeping Filipinos "malayo sa sakit" (far from illness).
Under YAKAP, members choose a Primary Care (PC) Clinic — either public or private — from PhilHealth's list of accredited YAKAP clinics. Once registered, members can consult their chosen clinic for primary care services at no additional cost beyond regular PhilHealth contributions. At private clinics, co-payments are capped at ₱900 per member per year.
Important change (2026): The old My PhilHealth Portal (MPP) registration module was terminated effective March 1, 2026. YAKAP clinic selection is now done through the eGovPH Super App or the PhilHealth Member Portal website, or via walk-in at any PhilHealth LHIO or accredited YAKAP clinic.
Why You Should Register for PhilHealth YAKAP
Free Primary Care Consultations
Unlimited outpatient consultations with your chosen YAKAP clinic.
Selected Diagnostics Included
Basic laboratory tests and diagnostics covered by the program.
Essential Medicines
Access to prescribed medicines covered under YAKAP.
No Additional Payment
Public clinics are free; private clinics capped at ₱900/year.
Preventive Care Focus
Emphasizes wellness and early detection rather than waiting until you're sick.
Covers Dependents
Qualified dependents can register at the same or nearby clinic.
For business owners and employers: Registering your employees for YAKAP means they get primary care access without out-of-pocket costs — reducing absenteeism and improving productivity.
Who Needs to Register and Prerequisites
Who Should Register
- •All active PhilHealth members (employed, self-employed, voluntary, senior citizens, indigent)
- •Qualified dependents of PhilHealth members
- •New PhilHealth members who just obtained their PIN
Prerequisite: Get a PIN First
Before registering for YAKAP, you must have an active PhilHealth Identification Number (PIN):
- •Register at any PhilHealth LHIO
- •Or register online through the PhilHealth Member Portal
- •Employers register employees as part of SSS-PhilHealth-Pag-IBIG employer registration
For employers: If you've already registered your business with PhilHealth, your employees have PINs. Inform them about YAKAP clinic selection so they can choose their primary care clinic. See our SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG Employer Registration Guide.
Requirements for YAKAP Registration
How to Register for YAKAP Online (Step-by-Step)
Method A: Via eGovPH Super App
- 1Download the eGovPH App from Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS)
- 2Register an account — enter your mobile number, verify with OTP, complete email verification
- 3Log in using your registered mobile number
- 4Navigate to the PhilHealth services section
- 5Select YAKAP Clinic Selection
- 6Search for accredited YAKAP clinics near you and choose your preferred PC Clinic
- 7Confirm your selection and schedule your First Patient Encounter (FPE)
Method B: Via PhilHealth Member Portal (Website)
- 1Go to the PhilHealth Member Portal at memberportal.philhealth.gov.ph
- 2Log in with your PhilHealth PIN and password (or register if first time)
- 3Navigate to PC Clinic Selection or YAKAP Registration
- 4Search for accredited YAKAP clinics and select your preferred clinic
- 5Confirm your selection and schedule your First Patient Encounter (FPE)
Important: The old My PhilHealth Portal (MPP) registration module is no longer available since March 1, 2026. Do not attempt to use MPP — use the eGovPH App or the new PhilHealth Member Portal instead.
How to Register via Walk-In (LHIO or YAKAP Clinic)
If you don't have a smartphone or internet access, you can register for YAKAP in person:
Visit the nearest PhilHealth LHIO
Or any accredited YAKAP clinic for assisted registration.
Undergo PCU verification
The PhilHealth Check Utility verifies your identity through biometric scanning and a liveness check.
Submit the Primary Care Selection Form
Indicate your chosen YAKAP clinic on the form (formerly the PhilHealth Konsulta Registration Form).
LHIO validates and processes your form
Your clinic selection is recorded in the PhilHealth system.
Visit your chosen YAKAP clinic
Schedule and attend your First Patient Encounter (FPE) to complete registration.
Assisted registration: LHIOs provide dedicated terminals and staff to help beneficiaries navigate the eGovPH app or Member Portal for those who need assistance with digital onboarding.
PhilHealth Check Utility (PCU) — What It Is and How It Works
The PhilHealth Check Utility (PCU) is PhilHealth's identity verification system used during YAKAP registration, especially for walk-in registrations at LHIOs and YAKAP clinics.
What PCU does:
- •Verifies your identity through biometric scanning (facial recognition)
- •Conducts a liveness check to confirm you are physically present (prevents fraud)
- •Links your identity to your PhilHealth record
When PCU is used:
- •During walk-in registration at LHIO or YAKAP clinic
- •When transferring from one YAKAP clinic to another
- •When re-selecting a clinic after losing auto-renewal eligibility
If PCU verification fails: A valid government-issued ID is used as a fallback (e.g., PhilSys ID, UMID, driver's license, passport). This may happen if your PhilSys registration is not yet finalized.
For online registration (eGovPH App or Member Portal), PCU verification is handled through the app's own identity verification process — you do not need to visit an office separately.
Common Mistakes to Avoid When Registering for YAKAP
Not Completing the First Patient Encounter (FPE)
Your YAKAP registration is NOT complete until you visit your chosen clinic for the FPE and sign the YAKAP Empanelment Slip. Selecting a clinic online is only the first half.
Using the Old My PhilHealth Portal (MPP)
The MPP registration module was terminated on March 1, 2026. It no longer works for YAKAP clinic selection. Use eGovPH App or the new PhilHealth Member Portal.
Choosing a Clinic Too Far Away
Select a YAKAP clinic near your home or workplace for convenience. You'll be visiting for consultations and the FPE.
Not Registering Your Dependents
Dependents need to be registered too, either at the same clinic or a different one closer to them.
Expecting Auto-Renewal Without FPE
YAKAP beneficiaries who did NOT complete the FPE in the previous year are NOT auto-renewed. You must re-select your clinic through online platforms or visit an LHIO.
Confusing YAKAP Registration with PhilHealth Membership
Getting a PhilHealth PIN (membership) is different from YAKAP clinic selection (registration). You need the PIN first, then you register for YAKAP.
Paying Fixers or Agents
YAKAP registration is FREE. Do not pay anyone to "help" you register. Transact directly through official PhilHealth channels.
Conclusion and Next Steps After YAKAP Registration
After selecting your YAKAP clinic online or via walk-in, your next steps are to complete the First Patient Encounter (FPE) at your chosen clinic and sign the YAKAP Empanelment Slip. That signature is what finalizes your registration and entitles you to continuous primary care.
Your Next Steps:
- •Schedule your First Patient Encounter (FPE) at your chosen YAKAP clinic
- •Bring your PhilHealth ID and a valid government-issued ID to the FPE
- •Sign the YAKAP Empanelment Slip — this finalizes your registration
- •Register your dependents at the same or a nearby YAKAP clinic
- •Mark your calendar — beneficiaries who complete the FPE are auto-renewed for the following year
To transfer clinics: Visit your new preferred YAKAP clinic, undergo PCU biometric and liveness check verification, and sign a new YAKAP Empanelment Slip. Transfers can also be initiated through the eGovPH App or PhilHealth Member Portal.
Need help? Contact the PhilHealth Action Center at (02) 866-225-88 (24/7) or visit any PhilHealth Regional Office or LHIO near you. You can also email actioncenter@philhealth.gov.ph. Always verify current processes with the official PhilHealth website at www.philhealth.gov.ph.
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