Chronic kidney disease is a condition without a cure and has to be carefully managed over the long term. This is one reason why the cost of chronic kidney disease treatment in Singapore may be a cause of concern to patients and caregivers. This article summarises estimates of the cost of chronic kidney disease screening and treatment in Singapore.
Cost Of Kidney Screening And Biopsy
People may undertake kidney screening for early detection, and biopsies may be needed to determine a diagnosis.
The estimated cost of kidney screening in the private sector may range from about S$300 to S$900, depending on how comprehensive the package is. The cost of a kidney biopsy may start from about S$6,000.
Cost Of Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment In Singapore
According to a report by Channel New Asia (in partnership with the National Kidney Foundation):
- Medication for chronic kidney disease may cost around S$50 a month.
- Haemodialysis cost typically starts at S$2,500 per month.
- Peritoneal dialysis costs between S$1,300 and S$2,000 per month.
Cost Of Kidney Transplant In Singapore
In Singapore, the kidney transplant programme is closely regulated. Commercial kidney transplantation is strictly prohibited under the Human Organ Transplant Act (HOTA), which aims to prevent organ trading and commercialisation. Information regarding the cost of kidney transplantation in Singapore is not publicly available.
MediSave / MediShield
As of Jun 2024, under the MediSave 500/700 scheme, Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP) patients can use up to $700 per year if they have complex chronic conditions, or $500 per year otherwise, to reduce the out-of-pocket cash payments for outpatient chronic disease bills. Each claim is subject to a 15% co-payment in cash.
With the coverage of CDMP aligned with that under CHAS Chronic, eligible patients can tap on both their MediSave and CHAS Chronic subsidies for the outpatient treatments of their CDMP conditions at CHAS GP clinics.
Up to $1,100 per month for dialysis treatment is claimable under MediShield.
Check with CPF on the latest MediSave policies.
Government Assistance
MOH subsidies: https://www.moh.gov.sg/healthcare-schemes-subsidies/subsidies-for-dialysis-services-by-government-funded-iltc-providers
National Kidney Foundation
Dialysis Programme: https://nkfs.org/treatment-options/admission-eligibility-cost-structure/
Kidney Live Donor Support Fund: https://nkfs.org/treatment-options/kidney-live-donor-support-fund/
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This article is informative only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and should never be relied upon for specific medical advice.