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What is MediShield Life, and why are claim limits and premiums going up?

Rising healthcare costs have made current claim limits inadequate

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Renald Yeo

Renald Yeo

Published Tue, Oct 15, 2024 · 03:00 PM
    • The latest review, conducted by the 11-member MediShield Life Council, is chaired by former nominated member of parliament Fang Ai Lian.
    • The latest review, conducted by the 11-member MediShield Life Council, is chaired by former nominated member of parliament Fang Ai Lian. PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO

    MEDISHIELD Life, introduced in 2015, is Singapore’s national health insurance scheme.

    It provides universal, lifelong coverage to help citizens and permanent residents manage large hospital bills and selected outpatient treatments.

    Unlike private insurance, MediShield Life covers all Singaporeans – regardless of pre-existing conditions.

    BT ExplainsMediShield LifeHealthcare costsInsuranceOng Ye KungMinistry of Health

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