The price of a medical certificate from doctors ranges from Php 100 to Php 300 or more depending on your arrangement.
Hospitals may also provide the generic medical certificate and may cost you from Php 50 to Php 400 and above, plus the doc stamp in government hospitals.
Uses of Certificate
A medical certificate may have different purposes depending on the person who requests for it. Some of them may include but not limited to:
- Job application
- Fit for work proof
- Travel pass
- Excuse for work leave or absence
- Excuse for school absence
Fit to Work Price
The fit to work certificate may be based on medical tests which of course you need to complete. One of them is the apicolordotic fit to work result. Your doctor may request for an x-ray of the chest for various purposes and the rates may start from Php 150 to Php 300 for the certificate.
Where to Get
A medical certificate is usually available from your doctor. If you recently had an illness, it would be easier to request for one.
But did you know you can also get one from an operating room? The staff can also provide you with a certificate if you recently underwent surgery. A medical abstract may be needed to file insurance claims. Here is a list of sources where you can get a med cert.
Hospital
A hospital may issue a medical certificate depending on your condition and the purpose. You may inquire about it from the general services section to know more.
Doctor
Usually, doctors will require that you undergo a check up before a certificate can be issued. You can then request for it after your consultation or diagnostic test.
LGU Health Centers
Some health centers in your local area can also provide a medical certificate. You may request for it after you undergo a check up from the health center staff.
Note that medical certificates should bear the true reasons why you were absent for work, needed to travel or apply for a job.
Certificate Online
Note that a medical certificate should be confirmed and signed by a licensed doctor to make it valid. If you want to request for an internet consultation from a doctor, you may also ask for a medical certificate online.
Validity
Depending on the purpose, your medical certificate may have limited validity. In some cases, it may be valid for about 6 months. However, those who wish to use it for travel or job applications may have a shorter validity period.
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