How does the Government help those who cannot afford their MediShield Life premiums?
All Singapore Residents will remain covered under MediShield Life and no one will lose coverage due to an inability to pay premiums. The Government provides Singaporeans with premium subsidies and support, such as Premium Subsidies for the lower- to middle-income, special Pioneer Generation subsidies, additional Merdeka Generation subsidies, and MediSave top-ups.
Policyholders who are unable to afford their premiums even after premium subsidies and MediSave use, and have limited family support, may be invited to apply for Additional Premium Support , which will cover all outstanding premiums and their premiums for the next two policy years.
From 1 April 2025, enhancements will be made to several of these premium support measures to cushion the impact of premium increases. Please refer to press release for more details.
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