CHAS

What is CHAS?

The Community Health Assist Scheme (CHAS) is a national healthcare initiative by the Ministry of Health (MOH) that enables all Singapore Citizens to receive subsidies for medical and dental care at participating general practitioners (GPs) and dental clinics.

At Phoenix Medical Group, we are a proud CHAS-accredited provider, offering accessible and affordable care for common illnesses, chronic disease management, and national health screenings.

Whether you are managing a long-term condition or seeking help for a sudden illness, CHAS helps reduce your out-of-pocket expenses while ensuring continued access to quality care.

Who is eligible for CHAS?

All Singapore Citizens are eligible for CHAS, but subsidy levels vary depending on your household's monthly income per person or the annual value of your home. The scheme also extends enhanced benefits to Merdeka Generation and Pioneer Generation seniors.

If you are unsure which tier you fall under, you can check your CHAS status by visiting the official CHAS website at chas.sg.

What services are covered under CHAS?

As a CHAS-accredited clinic, we are committed to making quality healthcare more accessible for Singaporeans. Depending on your CHAS tier and medical needs, you may receive subsidised care across a broad range of services.

This may include:

Treatment for common illnesses

Whether it is sudden flu, gastrointestinal upset, skin infection, or other minor ailments, CHAS helps reduce the cost of seeing a doctor when you are unwell. We treat conditions such as:

• Coughs and colds
• Diarrhoea
• Fever
• Headaches
• Mild infections
• Skin conditions like eczema or rashes
• Sore throat
• Stomach discomfort

Chronic disease management programme (CDMP)

If you are living with long-term medical conditions, managing them effectively is essential. CHAS supports the MOH-approved list of chronic conditions, which includes, but is not limited to:

• Asthma
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
• Diabetes mellitus
• Hypertension (high blood pressure)
• Hyperlipidaemia (high cholesterol)
• Osteoarthritis
• Stroke

We offer structured chronic disease reviews, medication adjustments, blood and lab monitoring, and patient education. These are all eligible for CHAS subsidies.

National health screening programmes

Early detection saves lives. Through CHAS, you can access subsidised screenings under the Screen for Life programme. This includes:

• Cardiovascular risk assessments (blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose checks)
• Cervical cancer screening (pap smear or HPV test)
• Colorectal cancer screening (FIT kit)

During the initial consultation, our doctors will advise you on which tests are appropriate based on your age, gender, and risk profile.

Preventive health services

Good health is about more than treating illness. It is about preventing it. CHAS helps achieve this through:

• Lifestyle and nutritional counselling
• Recommended adult vaccinations, such as influenza and pneumococcal
• Weight and mental health assessments

These services are especially valuable under initiatives like Healthier SG, where long-term well-being is the goal.

Who does CHAS benefit?

CHAS is designed to support a broad range of Singaporeans by improving access to primary care. It benefits:

• Low- to middle-income individuals and families – through subsidies for medical and dental treatment.
• Seniors in the Pioneer and Merdeka Generations – who automatically qualify for enhanced CHAS subsidies, regardless of income.
• Singapore Citizens managing chronic illnesses – even those without income restrictions are eligible under the CHAS Green tier.
• Younger adults and families – who may not qualify for other schemes but still benefit from subsidised screenings and preventive care.

What are the benefits of CHAS?

The initiative offers meaningful advantages that help Singaporeans manage their health more proactively, such as:

• Better continuity of care – enables patients to regularly follow up with their doctor, especially for chronic disease reviews.
• Convenient access – use CHAS at participating clinics island-wide, including Phoenix Medical’s trusted network.
• Family-wide eligibility – multiple household members can benefit if they qualify under the same CHAS tier.
• Lower medical costs – subsidies offset the cost of GP consultations, chronic disease management, and screening tests.
• Wide coverage – includes common illnesses, long-term conditions, and preventive services like cancer screenings and vaccinations.
  

How to use CHAS card at Phoenix Medical

We are here to make your visit as smooth and stress-free as possible. Here is how you can make full use of your CHAS benefits when you visit our clinic:

Bring your CHAS card (or digital equivalent)

• Present your physical CHAS, Merdeka Generation, or Pioneer Generation card at reception.
• If you have activated the digital CHAS card in your Singpass app, that is equally acceptable.
• Please also have your NRIC on hand so our staff can confirm your identity.

Inform our team before your consultation

• Let our receptionist know you intend to use CHAS.
• This enables us to pull up the correct subsidy tier in advance and keeps your waiting time to a minimum.

Tier verification and subsidy application

• Our software links directly to the national CHAS database.
• Within seconds, we can confirm whether you fall under Green, Orange, Blue, Merdeka, or Pioneer Generation tiers.
• Any relevant subsidies, whether for common illnesses, chronic care, or screenings, are automatically factored into your bill.

Payment

• After your consultation, you will receive an itemised invoice showing the full cost, the subsidy applied, and your net amount payable.
• If you are managing a chronic disease under the CDMP, you may also choose to offset the remaining balance with MediSave (subject to the 15 % cash co‑payment required by MOH).
• Our staff will be glad to guide you through the payment options.

How much MediSave can I use?

If you are managing a chronic condition under the CDMP, you can use MediSave in combination with your CHAS subsidy. This will then entail:

• Covers consultation fees, medication, lab tests, and selected health monitoring
• Can be used for up to 20 chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and high cholesterol
• Up to SGD500 per year from your MediSave or a family member’s account

Subsequently, this will help further reduce your out-of-pocket cost when managing long-term conditions at our clinic.

Why use your CHAS benefits at Phoenix Medical?

Whether you are managing a long-term health condition or simply keeping up with routine screenings, CHAS helps remove the financial barriers to getting the care you need.

At Phoenix Medical Group, we believe quality healthcare should be accessible, respectful, and focused on you. With CHAS subsidies applied directly at the point of care, looking after your health has never been easier or more affordable. We offer:

• Same-day appointments
• CHAS subsidies are applied automatically
• Personalised chronic and preventive care
• Female doctors are available upon request

If you are looking for a trusted CHAS clinic that puts your health first, Phoenix Medical is here for you. Book your consultation today and remember to bring along your CHAS card. Let us support you on your health journey with professional, compassionate, and affordable care.

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