How much does severe asthma or copd attack cost in Singapore?
Severe Asthma or COPD Attack costs $538 - $2,894 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) | $538 | $2,894 | 8-9 beds, after subsidies |
| Ward B2 (subsidised) | $639 | $3,455 | 6 beds, after subsidies |
| Ward B1 | $2,055 | $9,017 | Non-subsidised |
| Private | $6,064 | $17,458 | Single room |
A Private ward costs roughly 6.0x more than a subsidised Ward C for this condition.
Procedure breakdown
4 procedures for severe asthma or copd attack, sorted by cost. Ward C subsidised rates.
Key facts
- Average hospital stay: 4.1 days
- Average Medisave balance ($31,000) covers this 11x in Ward C
- 68% of Singaporeans have an Integrated Shield Plan that covers most of this
Frequently asked questions
Based on MOH data, severe asthma or copd attack costs $538 - $2,894 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 $538 – $2,894 while a Private ward costs $6,064 – $17,458 — roughly 6.0x more. Ward C is subsidised with 8-9 beds per room. Private is a single room without subsidies.
The average hospital stay for severe asthma or copd attack is 4.1 days. Actual length varies based on severity, complications, and recovery.
MediShield Life covers hospitalisation for severe asthma or copd attack 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.
severe asthma or copd attack treatment includes 4 different procedures: COPD (catastrophic), COPD (non-catastrophic), Bronchitis and asthma (with complications), Bronchitis and asthma (without complications). Costs vary significantly by procedure.