MediShield Life review: 5 key benefits for S'poreans, from higher annual claim limits to better coverage

Changes resulting from the current review are expected to be implemented early next year. ST PHOTO: CHONG JUN LIANG
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SINGAPORE - Singaporeans will receive enhanced MediShield Life benefits under the first major review of the national insurance programme to address gaps in current coverage.

These include a $50,000 increase in the annual policy claim limit and the inclusion of treatments for attempted suicide, drug addiction and alcoholism.

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