35 per cent
Patients who are not working enjoy the highest tier of subsidies, unless they live in a property with an annual value of more than $11,000, in which case they receive the lowest tier.
To put things in perspective, here’s an example of subsidised rates for hospitalisation at Singapore General Hospital:
From $35 per day in Class C wards
From $79 per day in Class B2 wards
From $451.45 per day in Class B1 wards
These charges are based on the maximum subsidy level for a Singapore citizen.
Can you be a “private patient” at a public hospital?
Seeking care at a public hospital involves a longer wait than doing so at a private hospital. Expect to wait a few hours for drop-in visits, or even a few months if you’re placed on the waitlist for a particular test or treatment.
MediShield Life Council s recommendations accepted
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MediShield Life Council s recommendations on premium subsidies accepted
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The Straits Times
Government accepts MediShield Life Council s recommendations: MOH
The Ministry of Health also said it has set aside $2.2 billion for subsidies and support over the next three years.ST PHOTO: KEVIN LIM
PublishedDec 21, 2020, 3:35 pm SGT
https://str.sg/JRUb
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