How much does fainting and collapse cost in Singapore?
Fainting and Collapse costs $600 - $2,410 in a subsidised ward (Ward C (subsidised)) at a Singapore public hospital. This is the 25th to 75th percentile range from MOH Bill Size Benchmark data for January–December 2023. Costs are after government subsidies but before MediShield Life or private insurance.
Cost by ward class
All Singapore public hospitals offer four ward classes. Subsidised wards (C and B2) are significantly cheaper.
| Ward | Low | High | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ward C (subsidised) | $600 | $2,410 | 8-9 beds, after subsidies |
| Ward B2 (subsidised) | $705 | $2,625 | 6 beds, after subsidies |
| Ward B1 | $1,893 | $6,137 | Non-subsidised |
| Private | $6,209 | $26,526 | Single room |
A Private ward costs roughly 11.0x more than a subsidised Ward C for this condition.
Key facts
- Average hospital stay: 3.7 days
- Average Medisave balance ($31,000) covers this 13x in Ward C
- 68% of Singaporeans have an Integrated Shield Plan that covers most of this
Frequently asked questions
Based on MOH data, fainting and collapse costs $600 - $2,410 in a subsidised ward (Ward C (subsidised)). This is the 25th to 75th percentile range, after government subsidies but before MediShield Life or private insurance payouts.
Ward C costs $600 – $2,410 while a Private ward costs $6,209 – $26,526 — roughly 11.0x more. Ward C is subsidised with 8-9 beds per room. Private is a single room without subsidies.
The average hospital stay for fainting and collapse is 3.7 days. Actual length varies based on severity, complications, and recovery.
MediShield Life covers hospitalisation for fainting and collapse in subsidised wards (B2 and C) at public hospitals. Coverage depends on your claim limits and deductible. An Integrated Shield Plan provides higher coverage for B1 and Private wards.