Children (0 – 17 years old)

Purchasing insurance for your child while they are young and healthy ensures they receive comprehensive coverage without exclusions or additional premiums due to health issues.  

Premiums for newborns and young children are generally more affordable compared to those for adults. The most important insurance to consider is an Integrated Shield Plan (IP) on top of MediShield Life. Although IP premiums may increase over time, the plan can be downgraded with the same insurer later without requiring additional medical underwriting. 

Premiums quoted are based on:

Age 0 to 17
Recommended Insurance Product Coverage Scope Sum Assured Coverage Duration Annual Premium (Male and Female) Annual Premium (Male) Annual Premium (Female)
Enhanced IncomeShield (‘Basic’ plan) Ward entitlement: Public hospital for ward class B1 and below, benefits include ‘as-charged’ claim limits for treatments and pre- and post-hospitalisation coverage. Policy year limit: $250,000 Lifetime $27 (excluding MediShield Life premium)
Note: Premium for IP increases with age and may change due to medical inflation and claims experience. 
Enhanced IncomeShield (‘Basic’ plan)
Coverage Scope Ward entitlement: Public hospital for ward class B1 and below, benefits include ‘as-charged’ claim limits for treatments and pre- and post-hospitalisation coverage.
Sum Assured Policy year limit: $250,000
Coverage Duration Lifetime
Annual Premium (Male and Female) $27 (excluding MediShield Life premium)
Annual Premium (Male)
Annual Premium (Female)
Rating
/ 5.0
Note: Premium for IP increases with age and may change due to medical inflation and claims experience. 
Recommended Insurance Product Coverage Scope Sum Assured Coverage Duration Annual Premium (Male and Female) Annual Premium (Male) Annual Premium (Female)
Enhanced IncomeShield (‘Preferred’ plan) Ward entitlement: Private hospital ward and below, benefits include ‘as-charged’ claim limits for treatments and pre- and post-hospitalisation coverage. Policy year limit: $1,500,000 Lifetime $219 (excluding MediShield Life premium)
Note: Premium for IP increases with age and may change due to medical inflation and claims experience.
Enhanced IncomeShield (‘Preferred’ plan)
Coverage Scope Ward entitlement: Private hospital ward and below, benefits include ‘as-charged’ claim limits for treatments and pre- and post-hospitalisation coverage.
Sum Assured Policy year limit: $1,500,000
Coverage Duration Lifetime
Annual Premium (Male and Female) $219 (excluding MediShield Life premium)
Annual Premium (Male)
Annual Premium (Female)
Rating
/ 5.0
Note: Premium for IP increases with age and may change due to medical inflation and claims experience.
  1. On a case-by-case basis, insurers may impose higher premiums (“loading”) for pre-existing health conditions (e.g. high Body Mass Index, chronic illnesses) and/or exclude certain conditions from coverage.

Disclaimers: 

  • The information presented here does not take into consideration your specific objectives, financial situations, or individual needs, and should not be regarded as constituting personal financial advice. Buying insurance is a long-term commitment and products purchased should be suitable for your unique requirements. 
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