New health insurance programme for the elderly in the united Arab emirates

15.10.2024

The UAE has introduced a revamped health insurance scheme for seniors to improve access to treatment and disease prevention. The programme focuses on comprehensive care, including care for chronic diseases and arthritis.

Highlights:
● Insurance costs from AED 16,000 to AED 27,000 per year depending on age (65-79 years).
● Included services: support for chronic diseases and arthritis. Consultations via the TruDoc telemedicine platform, reducing the need to visit doctors.
● Benefits of the programme: Reduced treatment costs due to the reduced cost of the policy. Early detection of diseases and prevention reduces the risk of complications and hospitalisations, and there is a penalty for visa violations.
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Why do you need this programme?
Many expatriates in the UAE are left without full insurance coverage after retirement, limiting their access to healthcare. The new approach addresses this problem by making medical services more accessible.

Additional initiatives:
● Employers can help retired employees take out insurance.
● Educational programmes are planned to raise awareness about the importance of insurance in retirement.

This initiative from Dubai Insurance and Aster DM Healthcare aims to improve the quality of life of seniors in the UAE by providing timely and affordable healthcare.