Leading homegrown financial services company Singlife today announces a new partnership with Doctor Anywhere, a tech-led healthcare company headquartered in Singapore. Together, they are introducing DA Healthwise Plus, a subscription plan designed specifically for self-employed individuals.
This subscription plan offers affordable healthcare, benefits, and group personal accident coverage underwritten by Singlife, addressing a critical gap in coverage for this growing segment of the workforce.
Many self-employed individuals, including freelancers and gig workers such as ride-hailing and food delivery drivers, lack access to proper healthcare coverage compared to their employed counterparts. A survey by Singlife revealed that over half (53%) of gig workers do not have insurance to protect them from accidents and potential income loss[1].
DA Healthwise Plus aims to bridge this gap by providing self-employed individuals with access to affordable healthcare and group personal accident coverage similar to those enjoyed by corporate employees. Key features of the plan include:
- Panel rates at GP clinics: Members may consult a general practitioner (GP) for S$13 at over 300 partner clinics in Singapore, or from S$13 online via the Doctor Anywhere mobile app.
- Group personal accident coverage: Members receive financial protection for unforeseen injuries, including daily hospital income (coverage of up to S$80 per day for a maximum of 30 days).
- Specialist consultations over video call: Members can access consultations with specialists across various disciplines, including cardiology, orthopaedics, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, mental health therapy, and nutrition & fitness counselling, starting from S$70 for a 45-minute session.
- Pay-per-use flexibility: DA Healthwise Plus allows members to pay only for the healthcare services they utilise, eliminating the burden of ongoing payments.
- 24/7 access through mobile app: The Doctor Anywhere app provides round-the-clock access to doctor consultations, appointment scheduling, wellness benefits, and locating partner clinics nearby.
Varun Mittal, Head of Innovation & Ecosystem, Singlife, said: “We are thrilled to partner with Doctor Anywhere. This collaboration is a cornerstone of our Wellness XP offerings designed specifically for Singapore’s gig workers. By integrating insurance with outpatient plans, we aim to make essential healthcare services and financial protection readily accessible to this community.”
Kenneth Low, Vice President Commercial & Operations, Doctor Anywhere, said: “Our collaboration with Singlife reaffirms our dedication to enhancing the health and wellbeing of Singapore’s workforce. We’re filling a crucial gap for gig workers and self-employed individuals—providing them with the peace of mind they’ve been lacking regarding their health and financial security. Together, we aim to empower them with the support necessary to thrive in their work.”
The partnership is expected to benefit an estimated 310,000 self-employed individuals in Singapore[1], a vital and rapidly growing segment of the nation’s workforce. As the gig economy continues to evolve, Singlife and Doctor Anywhere remain committed to bridging healthcare gaps, improving access to services, and ensuring the overall wellbeing of the gig worker community.
More information on other offerings related to DA Healthwise Plus can be found here: https://doctoranywhere.com/healthwise-plans
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[1]Global Data: Number of Self-Employed Workers in Singapore (2010 – 2021, Million)
