Health insurance
Hongkongers link insurance to better ageing health outcomes
Hongkongers link insurance to better ageing health outcomes
43% expect to spend more on medication.
Japan health ministry plans upfront premiums for foreigners
The measure targets low payment compliance amongst foreign residents.
AIA launches GlobalFlexi plan with 6.5% return potential
The plan also includes a Health Impairment Option, a first in the market.
Why do Australians rank health insurance highest on financial value?
One-fifth believe extras cover offers the best return on investment.
Taiwan expands long-term care to younger dementia patients
The current system limits coverage mainly to those aged 65 and older.
Cost, insurance limits threaten global progress in HIV treatment
Japan’s lack of generic PrEP options has made therapies inaccessible to most patients.
bolttech Insurance steadies outlook with health line shift: Fitch Ratings
Its net income dipped last year due to slower topline growth and adverse motor claims.
Australian families avoid private hospital insurance use over high gap fees
17% of couples and 15% of singles reported doing the same.
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.
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