RA 5527

Section 1

title

Section 2

definition of terms

Section 3

Council of Medical technology education, its composition

Section 4

Compensation and traveling expenses of council members

Section 5

Functions of the council of Medical Technology Education

Section 6

Minimum required course

Section 7

Medical Technology Board

Section 8

Qualification of Examiners

Section 9

Executive Officer of the board

Section 10

Compensation of members of the board of examiners for Medical Technology

Section 11

Functions and duties of the board

Section 12

removal of board members

Section 13

Accreditation of schools of medical technology and of training laboratories

Section 14

inhibition against the practice of medical technology

Section 15

Examination

Section 16

Qualification for Examination

Section 17

Scope of examination

Section 18

Report of rating

Section 19

Rating in the examination

Section 20

Oath Taking

Section 21

Issuance of Certificate of Registration

Section 22

Fees

Section 23

Refusal to issue certificate

Section 24

Administrative investigation

Section 25

appeal

Section 26

reinstatement, reissue or replacement of certificate

Section 27

Foreign reciprocity

Section 28

Roster of Medical Technologist

Section 29

Penal Provisions

Section 30

Separability clause

Section 31

Repealing clause

Section 32

Effectivity

Other term for RA 5527

The Philippine Medical Technology Act of 1969

Nardito Moraleta

2ND PAMET PRES - Pioneered approval of RA 5527

PD 498

SECOND REVISION

JUNE 28 1974

SECOND REVISION PD 498

Felix Asperer

ammended 11 sections of the original law - PD 498

Senate Bill 2722 - FEB 28, 2011

Philippine Medical Technology Act of 2011 - modernizing the prace of medtech in PH

House Bill 3502 - DEC 4, 2013

proposed by Hon. Leopoldo Bataol

Senate Bill 2473 - Nov 27, 2014

Introduced by Hon. Senator Teofisto Guingona III - Philippine Medical Technology Act of 2014

House Bill 2019 -JULY 27, 2016

Expansion of the scope of Medical Technology practice

Senate Bill 1891 - JULY 26, 2018

Philippine Medical Technology Act of 2018

Medical Technology

A Profession who aids the physician in the diagnosis, study, and treatment of disease.

Pathologist

Captain of the ship, specializes in diagnosing diseases by examining tissue, blood, and body fluids.

Medical Technologist

A person trained and licensed to perform lab test under a Pathologist

Medical Laboratory Technician

not licensed but can do the routine under a licensed Medtech

Examination of specimens

analyzing blood, urine, stool, tissues, etc to detect diseases

Council

Council of Medical Technology Education

Board

Board examiners for Medtech

Council members

a. Secretary of Education or representative (Chairman)
b. Director of Higher Education (Vice-chairman)
c. Chairman & Members of the Board of MedTech Examiners
d. Representative of the DOH Secretary
e. Representative of Deans of Colleges of Medicine
f. Representative of Medical Schools
g. President of the Philippine Society of Pathologists
h. President of PAMET

Function of Council

a. Set minimum standards for MedTech schools.
b. Approve new MedTech schools.
c. Inspect and monitor schools.
d. Prescribe curriculum & courses.
e. Approve internship programs.
f. Issue guidelines for the profession.

Requirements of Medical Technology Schools

a. Adequate funds
b. Proper facilities (labs, classrooms, equipment)
c. Qualified faculty
d. Adequate internship training programs

Minimum Required Course

• Clinical Chemistry

• Microscopy (Urinalysis and other body fluids)

• Parasitology

• Hematology

• Microbiology

• Serology (Immunology)

• Blood Banking

• Clinical Microscopy

• Histopathologic and Cytologic Techniques

• Medical Technology Laws and Ethics

• Laboratory Management

• Medical Technology Internship

Medical Technology Board consist of:

• Members: 1 Chairman (Pathologist) + 2 Members (MedTechs), appointed by the President.

Functions of the Board

a. Administer exams
b. Issue and revoke licenses
c. Look after ethical practice
d. Investigate violations of the law
e. Make rules and regulations

Qualifications of Examiners

• Natural-born Filipino

• Good moral character

• Registered MedTech or Pathologist

• Practiced for at least 10 years

• Not faculty member of a MedTech school (at time of appointment)

Executive Officer of the Board

he Commissioner of PRC acts as the Executive Officer of the Board.

Compensation of Members of the Board

Board members are given compensation for each applicant examined or for official functions.

Functions and Duties of the Board

• Administers the licensure exam

• Approves or disapproves applications

• Investigates malpractice

• Issues, suspends, or revokes certificates

Removal of Board Members

Members can be removed due to neglect, malpractice, or unethical conduct.

Accreditation of Schools of Medical Technology and Training Laboratories

ony schools and labs approved by CHED and DOH can offer MedTech programs or internship.

Inhibition Against the Practice of Medical Technology

Only those properly licensed and registered can practice Medical Technology.

Qualification for Examination

• A Filipino citizen

• Has good moral character

• A graduate of Medical Technolgy course or Public health

Scope of Examination

Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology, Hematology, Blood Banking, Clinical Microscopy, Histopathologic Techniques, etc.

Report of Rating

PRC releases exam results 120 days after the examination.

Rating in the Examination

Must get 75% average with no subject below 50% to pass.

Oath Taking

Passers must take an oath before practicing as medical technologists.

Refusal to Issue Certificate

• Conviction of a crime

• Immoral conduct

• Unethical practices

Administrative Investigation

• Board may investigate violations and recommend suspension/revocation of certificate.

Appeal

Decisions can be appealed to the Civil Service Commissioner within 30 days.

Foreign Reciprocity

foreigners can practice if their country allows Filipinos to practice there as well.

Penal Provisions

Penalties for violations:

• ₱2,000–₱5,000 fine or

• Imprisonment of 6 months to 2 years

Repealing Clause

• All laws inconsistent with RA 5527 are repealed or modified.

Effectivity

Act takes effect after 15 days of publication.

Payment for chairman every meeting

PHP 50

Payment for members every meeting

PHP 25

Percentage of Clinical Chemistry in the Board Exam

20%

Percentage of Microbiology and Parasitology in the Board Exam

20%

Percentage of Hematology in the Board Exam

20%

Percentage of Blood banking and Serology in the Board Exam

20%

Percentage of Clinical Microscopy in the Board Exam

10%

Percentage of Histopathologic Techniques, Cytotechnology, and MTLBE in the Board Exam

10%