What illnesses qualify for the RM8,000 payout under the new scheme?

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The specific illnesses qualifying for the RM8,000 payout under the social health insurance scheme have not been detailed.

The government plans to utilise the recipient list for Bantuan Sara Hidup (BSH) to identify individuals eligible for a social health insurance scheme. Under this initiative, recipients diagnosed with one of 36 specified illnesses would receive a payout of RM8,000. Additionally, eligible individuals could receive RM50 per day for hospital admissions, capped at two weeks.
Illnesses Covered Remain Undisclosed

While the scheme outlines a RM8,000 payout upon diagnosis of one of 36 qualifying illnesses, the specific nature of these conditions has not been publicly disclosed. The Deputy Health Minister, Dr Lee Boon Chye, confirmed the existence of these 36 illnesses as a criterion for the payout.
Financial and Daily Payout Structure

Beyond the RM8,000 lump sum, individuals admitted to a hospital due to one of the qualifying illnesses are entitled to RM50 for each day of their stay, up to a maximum of two weeks. This daily allowance is intended to support patients during their hospitalisation period.
Scheme Management and Ministry Involvement

The social health insurance scheme is under the purview of Bank Negara Malaysia, which manages its operations. The Ministry of Health plays a supportive role by facilitating access to hospital services for beneficiaries of the scheme.
Distinction from Peka B40 Programme

This social health insurance scheme is separate from the Peka B40 programme, also announced under Budget 2019. Peka B40, which has an allocation of RM100 million, focuses on providing medical check-ups for BSH recipients aged 50 and above, covering services such as prosthetics, artificial lenses for cataracts, implants, and coronary stents, with additional assistance for cancer diagnoses and some transport allowances.

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