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Taiwan may add Alzheimer’s drug Kisunla to National Health Insurance by 2025
Taiwan may add Alzheimer’s drug Kisunla to National Health Insurance by 2025
Kisunla is currently undergoing a health technology assessment.
Vietnam enacts new social insurance law effective 1 July
The changes aim to increase long-term participation.
APAC seen as fastest region in medical insurance market with 12.4% CAGR
The global medical insurance market was valued at $1.7t in 2023.
Indonesia enforces 10% co-pay rule for private health insurance
This could dampen hospital revenues in fiscal year 2026.
Health insurance market to hit $4.45t by 2032
The market is expected to grow 9.7% yearly.
Malaysia introduces diagnosis-based pricing in health insurance reforms
The Health Minister said the product aims to support more sustainable private sector financing.
Over half of Australians open to switching health insurers for perks
Other popular incentives included bonus frequent flyer points.
Blue Cross expands GBA healthcare access with cross-border partners
Individual and group medical insurance holders can access medical consultations.
Bupa Hong Kong expands network with four mainland China partners
The insurer added 69 locations in 10 mainland cities.
Rise of early-onset chronic illness press traditional insurance models
The median age for cardiology consultations has dropped to 33.
Japan’s LDP proposes National Health Insurance prepayment rule for foreign residents
Currently, resident foreigners who stay in Japan for over 3 months must enrol in the system.
How do employees in Asia feel about their coverage?
Rising medical trend rates are significantly outpacing salary increases.
Singapore premiums rise sharply as health costs bite harder
Despite the rise in insurance costs, overall price pressures remain contained.
Prudential Care360 includes surgery, ICU, and infectious disease cover
The plan also offers daily income payouts when the policyholder is hospitalised.
Indians prioritise insurance for protection against rising health costs
A third also reported buying more coverage to supplement their corporate health plans.
Policybazaar expands health insurance access for global Indian families
Health insurance in India is at least 35% cheaper than in other countries.
9 in 10 Indian policyholders seek auto-replenish feature in health insurance
Yet, 32% are still unaware of the details of their plans.
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