Learn how Singaporeans and PRs can access CHAS and MediSave subsidies to stay protected with affordable flu vaccination.
Flu season can be unpredictable, but getting your flu vaccination is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Singapore offers subsidies for flu vaccinations through two key healthcare support schemes: Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS) and MediSave. Here’s how they work:
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| Eligibility | Available to Singapore Citizen | Both Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents (PRs) can use MediSave to cover flu vaccination costs. |
| How it Works | Eligible Singaporeans can receive subsidised rates for flu vaccinations at participating clinics. The subsidy amount depends on your CHAS tier (Blue, Orange, or Green). | You can use up to $500 per year from your MediSave account for approved outpatient vaccinations, including the flu vaccine. This limit is shared across other outpatient treatments. |
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Understanding CHAS and MediSave
The Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS) is a government programme that provides subsidies for healthcare at general practitioner (GP) and dental clinics for Singapore citizens. With CHAS, eligible individuals can receive subsidies for flu vaccinations, making it easier to keep up with preventive health measures.
MediSave, on the other hand, is a national medical savings scheme that allows Singaporeans and Permanent Residents to save for healthcare expenses. You can use your MediSave account to pay for flu vaccinations for yourself and even your immediate family members, easing the financial burden of preventive healthcare.
CHAS Subsidies for Home-Based Flu Vaccinations
- Babies and toddlers aged 6 to 59 months
- For seniors aged 65 and above
CHAS Subsidies for Flu Vaccinations
To enjoy CHAS subsidies for flu vaccinations, you need to be a Singapore Citizen with a valid CHAS card (Blue, Orange, or Green). The CHAS card offers varying subsidy levels based on household income or the annual value of your home.
All you need to do is visit a participating CHAS GP clinic, present your CHAS card, and the clinic will deduct the subsidy directly from the cost of your flu vaccination. Be sure to confirm that your GP clinic is part of the CHAS network before making an appointment.
Using MediSave for Flu Vaccinations
MediSave can be used to pay for flu vaccinations under the “MediSave for Vaccinations” scheme. Each year, Singaporean adults aged 18 years and older can use their MediSave for approved vaccinations under the National Adult Immunisation Schedule (NAIS).
You can use up to $500 from your MediSave account to cover vaccination costs for yourself or your immediate family members. This helps reduce out-of-pocket expenses, especially if you’re getting vaccinated as a family. To use MediSave, simply inform the clinic during your flu vaccination appointment.
Why Get a Flu Vaccination?
The flu can lead to severe complications, especially in older adults, young children, and people with certain health conditions. Vaccination is the most effective way to reduce your risk of falling ill. It also helps protect those around you, especially vulnerable populations who may not be able to get vaccinated themselves.
Using CHAS and MediSave subsidies makes it easier to prioritise your health without worrying too much about the cost. Remember, preventing illness is always better (and less costly) than treating it.
How to Get Started
If you’re ready to get vaccinated, contact a participating CHAS GP clinic or a healthcare provider that accepts MediSave payments. Doctor Anywhere makes it easy to get vaccinated—our network of clinics offers flu vaccinations and accepts CHAS and MediSave payments, so you can protect yourself and your loved ones conveniently.
Make an appointment today and stay a step ahead of the flu season!
