Kuala Lumpur, 6 June 2023 - In today's world, medical costs and complexity are constantly on the rise, making it crucial to have adequate protection. FWD Takaful Berhad (“FWD Takaful”) is thrilled to announce the launch of its latest innovative plan, the FWD Medical Plus Rider, specifically designed to address these challenges by offering enhanced coverage for specific medical conditions, advanced treatment, extended care benefits, and mental health support at an affordable price.

"This launch represents FWD Takaful's continuous commitment to providing affordable, high-quality protection for Malaysians," said Salim Majid Zain, FWD Takaful’s Chief Executive Officer. "We believe that everyone should have access to excellent medical care without financial burden. FWD Medical Plus Rider offers a cost-effective solution that focuses on specific medical conditions including cancer, heart attack and stroke, ensuring our customers have the necessary support and motivation towards recovery."

The rider covers admission to most hospitals and medical centres, allowing customers to receive the treatment they need. Following the launch of the FWD Mind Strength Support Programme, FWD Medical Plus Rider incorporates and offers mind strength support to customers and their direct family members.

 The key benefits that can be enjoyed are:

• Comprehensive Medical Treatment Benefits: Covers both inpatient and outpatient hospitalisation costs for specific medical conditions, follow-up treatments, and recovery needs. This includes daily room and board, intensive care unit expenses, surgical costs, various hospital expenses, palliative care, daily hospital cash benefit, and doctor or specialist visits.
• Advanced Treatment Benefits: This includes specialty drugs as well as genomic testing and precision medicine for cancer patients, providing customers with more accurate treatment and medical care. Additionally, customers can enjoy a doubled overall annual limit for the particular certificate year when this benefit is claimed.
• Extended Care Benefits: Ensuring continuous healthcare and support, the rider provides access to the best treatments and aids customers and their family members in their recovery journey. For example, preventive check-ups for direct family members in the event the person covered is diagnosed with cancer.
• Overseas Treatment Options: Offers worldwide access to treatment options, specialists, and hospitals outside Malaysia. Customers can choose from different plan tiers based on geographic coverage.

For more information about FWD Medical Plus Rider, please visit fwd.com.my or contact any FWD Takaful’s authorised agent. Alternatively, call 1300 13 7988 or email contact.my@fwd.com for more information.