KUALA LUMPUR, Nov. 13 -- Malaysians struggling with rising medical insurance premiums may have a more affordable option when MediAsas, a basic medical insurance and takaful plan, is rolled out nationwide in late January 2027.

Developed to widen access to basic medical protection, the plan will be supported by financial incentives announced under Budget 2027 to encourage more people to obtain coverage.

The measures are particularly relevant to workers whose employers do not provide medical insurance and policyholders finding it increasingly difficult to maintain their existing coverage because of rising premiums.

Here is what consumers should know about MediAsas and the additional measures introduced under Budget 2027.

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