Health Services
Issuance of Medical Certificate (for Medical Assistance)
A public health initiative specifically designed to support clients who need assistance in availing healthcare services.
Service at a Glance
All individuals seeking medical assistance requesting medical clearance via medical certificate.
Before You Apply
Requirements
Prepare these requirements before visiting the office.
- 1
Photocopy of any government-issued ID (preferably showing name, address, birthday, signature, and picture). Accepted IDs include Voter's ID, National ID, Unified Multi-Purpose ID (UMID), Postal ID, Tax Identification Number (TIN) ID, PRC ID, Driver's License, and Senior Citizen ID.
- 2
Applies only: If the patient came from a private clinic or hospital
Photocopy of previous prescriptions and/or laboratory request(s)
Where to secure: Private clinic/hospital
Steps
How to apply
- 1
Submit your requirements and wait while staff review them for completeness and validity.
- 2
Allow the health worker to take your vital signs and conduct an initial physical examination before you are referred to the physician for signing of the medical certificate.
- 3
Wait for confirmation that your documents are available for claiming.
- 4
Claim the requested documents at the Rural Health Unit and sign the receiving logbook.
Important
Important notes
- A medical certificate for medical assistance is issued only if the medicines and laboratory work prescribed and requested are not available at the health center and central laboratory.
Official source and verification
This service record was reviewed on 2026-09-01 from City Government of San Fernando, Pampanga Citizen's Charter 2026 (2nd Edition). BetterSanFernando is independent and is not the official City Government website. Confirm current requirements with the official source or office before applying.