How much does dementia cost in Singapore?
Dementia costs $574 - $6,280 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) | $574 | $6,280 | 8-9 beds, after subsidies |
| Ward B2 (subsidised) | $478 | $4,931 | 6 beds, after subsidies |
| Ward B1 | $1,940 | $13,190 | Non-subsidised |
| Private | $5,751 | $51,102 | Single room |
A Private ward costs roughly 8.1x more than a subsidised Ward C for this condition.
Procedure breakdown
5 procedures for dementia, sorted by cost. Ward C subsidised rates.
Key facts
- Average hospital stay: 8.1 days
- Average Medisave balance ($31,000) covers this 5x in Ward C
- 68% of Singaporeans have an Integrated Shield Plan that covers most of this
Frequently asked questions
Based on MOH data, dementia costs $574 - $6,280 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 $574 – $6,280 while a Private ward costs $5,751 – $51,102 — roughly 8.1x more. Ward C is subsidised with 8-9 beds per room. Private is a single room without subsidies.
The average hospital stay for dementia is 8.1 days. Actual length varies based on severity, complications, and recovery.
MediShield Life covers hospitalisation for dementia 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.
dementia treatment includes 5 different procedures: Dementia, Degenerative nervous system disorders (severe), Degenerative nervous system disorders (moderate), Degenerative nervous system disorders (mild), and more. Costs vary significantly by procedure.