What if I run out of MediSave balances to withdraw?
The minimum MediSave Account balance of $5,000 is carefully set to help individuals maintain some savings to pay for their healthcare bills.
[If Patient is married]
If you have depleted your MediSave account, you may apply to tap on your spouse’s MediSave Account for subsequent MediSave Care withdrawals.
[If Patient is single / divorced]
If you are insured under CareShield Life, you may wish to submit a claim for it. You may also wish to apply for other forms of assistance such as means-tested Government assistance schemes (ElderFund, Home Caregiving Grant) to meet your long-term care needs. If you are still unable to pay for your care even after Government subsidies and other means of support, there are other forms of assistance such as MediFund and ComCare.
Related questions
I am severely disabled, single/married/divorced. My current MediSave Account balance is below $5,000. Can I still apply for MediSave Care?
My application for MediSave Care is approved. What happens if my MediSave Account balance is always at the borderline of $5,000?
What if I have insufficient MediSave balances for my healthcare and long-term care expenses?
Why do I need to set aside a minimum MediSave Account balance of $5,000 to be eligible for MediSave Care?
