facebookFor individuals with pre-existing conditions, should we hold more cash (compared to investment) for out-of-pocket medical expenses in view of exclusions in insurance policies? - Seedly

Anonymous

16 May 2020

Insurance

For individuals with pre-existing conditions, should we hold more cash (compared to investment) for out-of-pocket medical expenses in view of exclusions in insurance policies?

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Tan Li Xing

16 May 2020

Financial Consultant at Prudential Assurance Company (Singapore)

Hi Anon,

Medshield life should cover your pre-existing condition as it's the health insurance plan from the Government, but you would be limited to Government Restructured Hospitals and also B2/ C ward in the event you are hospitalised for the condition.

Also Health Insurance are on an reimbursement basis, so generally it's a good practice to have cash on hand in the event you do get hospitalised.

Hey there!

In financial planning, wealth accumulation and insurance protection often go hand in hand. We probably will need to sit down to see how this will work out in your case. Because even if you didn't incur any costs due to your medical expenses, the value of your money will shrink due to inflation over the long run and your medical expenses will only get higher with age. Just food for thought.

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Pang Zhe Liang

15 May 2020

Fee-Based Financial Advisory Manager at Financial Alliance Pte Ltd (IFA Firm)

We need to spend more time to understand your medical condition in order to determine the best way t...

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