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Ministry of Health

Hospital stays

Make use of healthcare schemes to help you pay for hospitalisation and surgery bills.

Last updated on 26 October 2024

Subsidies for Acute Inpatient Care

The Ministry of Health provides subsidies for inpatient care in Class C, B2 and B2+ wards at our public hospitals. This ensures patients have access to more affordable care.

Find out more about subsidies for acute inpatient care.

Sub-Acute & Rehabilitative Care Subsidy

The Ministry of Health provides subsidies for patients who need to stay in government-funded community hospitals for recovery or rehabilitation. This makes it more affordable for patients to get the care they need.

Find out more about subsidies for sub-acute and rehabilitative care.

MediSave

MediSave can be used to cover part of your hospitalisation and day surgery expenses.

Expenses covered include:

  • Daily hospital charges (including psychiatric)

  • Surgical procedures

Read more about MediSave.

MediShield Life

MediShield Life covers large medical bills so that you pay less from your MediSave or in cash.

Expenses covered include:

  • Daily hospital charges (e.g. scans, medications, tests)

  • Surgical procedures

  • Implants

Read more on MediShield Life.

Medifund: Safety Net for Healthcare Bills

Singapore Citizens who are unable to afford their medical bills after subsidies, MediSave and MediShield Life may be eligible for MediFund assistance. The amount of assistance granted will depend on the patient’s family's financial situation and the bill sizeis.

Find out more about Medifund.