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Medishield life

Pages in Medishield life

Last updated 30 October 2024

Cancer Drug List

The Cancer Drug List below shows the outpatient cancer treatments that are claimable and the corresponding MSHL and MSV limits.

Coverage for pre-existing conditions

MediShield Life is a basic health insurance plan that protects all Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents against large medical bills for life, regardless of age or pre-existing conditions.

E-Services for MediShield Life and CPF

The e-Services for MediShield Life and CPF can be found below.

FAQs on cancer treatment financing

Find answers regarding the changes to cancer treatment financing and on the Cancer Drug List.

How to make a MediShield Life Claim

This page details how MediShield Life claims are made. The medical institution or private insurer will help submit claims on your behalf.

MediShield Life

MediShield Life is a basic health insurance scheme that protects all Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents against large medical bills, regardless of age or health conditions.

MediShield Life Benefits

This page provides details on MediShield Life benefits, including claim limits for inpatient/ day surgery and outpatient treatments, as well as coverage exclusions.

MediShield Life Council

The MediShield Life Council makes recommendations to the Minister for Health on policy and scheme parameters, administration of the scheme and on matters related to the MediShield Life Fund.

MediShield Life Coverage for Singaporeans Permanently Located Abroad

Singaporeans permanently located overseas can apply for MediShield Life premium payment suspension.

MediShield Life Fund

This page provides details on the MediShield Life Fund, including its liabilities, capital and Operating Loss Ratio.

MediShield Life Reviews

An overview of the MediShield Life Council's recommendations for past reviews.

MediShield Life Scheme Act

The legislation supports the implementation and administration of the MediShield Life Scheme.

Premium and Subsidy Tables

This page shows the MediShield Life premium schedules and subsidy tables for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents.

Premium Payment

MediSave may be used for premium payment. Premium recovery measures may be taken for those who do not pay despite multiple reminders.

Premium Rebates

This page provides details on premium rebates under the MediShield Life Scheme, which helps distribute premiums more evenly throughout one's life and ensures old-age premiums are more affordable.

Premium Subsidies

MediShield Life premiums are risk-pooled to support the payouts and benefits under MediShield Life. The Government provides significant support to keep premiums affordable.