Beware of Scams Using the Name of PhilHealth APCEO
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) issues this public warning to alert everyone about fraudulent messages falsely claiming that Dr. Edwin M. Mercado, Acting President and Chief Executive Officer (APCEO) of PhilHealth, is requesting individuals to deposit money while he is in a crucial meeting and will be reimbursed afterwards.
Below are the GCASH details and Viber Name provided by the scammer:
GCASH Number: 0938-4354071
NAME: MIEEL BRIIN LIIN
VIBER NAME: PCEO MERCADO EDWIN M
VIBER Number: 0961-8296586
We categorically state that APCEO Mercado has not authorized, initiated, or endorsed any such request. Any message or communication suggesting otherwise is fraudulent and should be treated with extreme caution.
If you receive such messages, do not respond, do not send money, and report the incident immediately to PhilHealth or the appropriate authorities. You may contact our Corporate Action Center through our 24/7 hotlines: Landline: (02) 8662-2588; Smart: 0998-857-2957 / 0968-865-4670; Globe: 0917-127-5987 / 0917-110-9812.
Let us remain vigilant and help prevent the spread of scams that undermine public trust
