@channelnewsasia: More Singaporeans are exploring healthcare options across the Causeway, drawn by cheaper treatments and the option to pay with MediSave. At one private hospital in Johor Bahru, the number of Singapore patients using MediSave has more than doubled since the pandemic. It may sound like a good deal, but how much could you actually save once other costs are factored in? CNA’s Sabrina Ng takes a closer look. #singapore #singaporenews #medisave #johorbahru
It reflects the failure of the Singaporean healthcare system to provide affordable medical services to its own citizens. But knowing how cunning the Singaporean government is at making things increasingly difficult for its citizens, it will reduce the withdrawal limit and implement new policies to minimise the opportunity.
2026-08-19 12:12:52
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after operation, the followup will be a problem. Anyway, medisave cannot be withdraw why go malaysia. Singapore hospital is better.
2026-08-19 14:48:21
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jpop1983 :
its our money...not up to the gov to decide
2026-08-20 04:11:05
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Blackbird :
people just want to stretch their dollar further let it rest at that. At the cost of inflating cost for people who actually still earn MYR. As the singaporean like to say hush hush don't spoil market
2026-08-19 12:15:20
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Don'tAnnieHao :
Still cheaper lol stop trying to brainwash us to spend in SG
2026-08-19 21:52:53
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div :
Maybe it’s about the doctors there knowing better and being more compassionate and not using you as a clinical study specimen
2026-08-20 00:45:34
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Regency Specialist Hospital :
A warm hello from Regency Specialist Hospital! 👋🏼
It’s great to see CNA highlighting how MediSave can be utilised by eligible Singaporeans, for selected approved healthcare treatments in Johor.
We’re always happy to welcome patients and remain committed to ensuring your comfort while providing quality care throughout your healthcare journey 🤝❤
2026-08-19 12:49:42
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doomanager :
Can we use CDC vouchers in JB too ?
2026-08-19 13:24:25
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Gadis Kretek :
If private hospital in jb still ok, coz their standard similar to our public hospital. Bt if their typical public hospital, give free also i dnt want.
2026-08-19 11:46:06
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牛奶🥛67 :
BS ! 100 percent increase… only those staying Jb will visit their hospital. Who would travel all the way there to seek medical care, if you are already unwell
2026-08-19 14:07:43
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user1550313659355 :
there is hospital in Singapore Y must U go JB…Singapore give easy way but U want to go to JB… if anything happens at JB hospital U ask Singapore government to help….🤷♀️🤷♀️
2026-08-19 11:57:24
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just_facts :
Why allow overseas hospitals earn yr CPF money? Y help other country's economy when u shld help yr own economy.
2026-08-20 02:34:01
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Ja Xin496 :
hope Thailand and China private healthcare also accept medisave
2026-08-19 11:26:27
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User937562910Q :
First of all, is overseas HL MC accepted by company/Corporate?
2026-08-20 04:46:35
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martinleearchie :
Sg Healthcare isn’t affordable
2026-08-19 11:40:56
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Yoo :
can't wait for china to accept medisave. They're so efficient and cost effective
2026-08-19 20:30:58
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Westave :
Just say no la
2026-08-19 19:46:29
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laikenhou :
Singaporean wanna save 💾
2026-08-19 11:26:06
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doomanager :
Why is it even allowed ??
2026-08-19 13:23:46
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Kennylana :
Can also use at Mahkota medical center in Melaka.
2026-08-20 04:55:14
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Philly :
Can we use our integrated shield plan as well?
2026-08-19 13:35:52
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daydatedaydatedaydate :
Playing with fire
2026-08-19 13:54:18
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vaguevortex :
90% are women and most are there for maternity-related treatments. Goes to show how well supported Singapore’s healthcare is for women. Look at the dwindling birth rate. How coincidental.
2026-08-19 14:41:13
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anothergoddamciabot :
obviously it is ex-malaysians who initiated this program
2026-08-19 14:39:06
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