Medical Card Services FAQs

You are required to pay first and file a claim with us, subject to the terms and conditions of the policy.

Yes, as Hospital Alliance Services (HAS) is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Some hospitals require a minimum deposit for non-medical related items or excess charges/fees which may not be payable by Prudential.

For example:

• Admission fees

• Telephone charges

• Excess room and board

• Co-Insurance / deductibles

You can request for a Pre-Authorisation Letter (PAL) from Prudential by providing your MyKad/MyKid/Birth Certificate/Passport to the hospital staff.

The hospital staff will then verify the details and status of your policy via the HAS Portal.

No. Hospital Alliance Services (HAS) is only applicable for panel hospitals in Malaysia. You may file a claim with us once you are back and your claim will be assessed in accordance to terms and conditions of the policy contract.

Yes, however you will need to pay the difference of amount incurred (excess room and board).

Yes. If you wish to claim for your medical expenses, you may submit your claims to us via reimbursement basis.

Non Emergency Admission-Pre-Planned Hospitalisation

1. Consider the following before admission:

   1. Is hospital admission really necessary?

   2. Can I choose to rest and recuperate in the comfort of my own home?

   3. Can the procedure be conducted as outpatient instead which is covered under the day-care benefit?

2. Contact our Customer Service or your Servicing Agent for the most updated list of panel hospitals & deposit listing.

3. Please consult the financial counselors of the hospital for the estimated cost of hospitalization after consulting with the relevant doctors on the different types of medical treatment and the expected duration of ward stay

4. Contact your Servicing Agent for assistance

Emergency Admission-Unexpected Hospitalisation

1. Please seek help immediately at the nearest clinic or hospital

2. You will be attended and assessed by the doctor on duty at Accident & Emergency Department. The hospital staff will guide you through the procedure

3.  If hospitalization is required at the clinic or hospital which is not a panel hospital of PAMB, you may either

1. Settle the bill first and file for claims later and arrange to be transferred to our panel hospital on a later date

   Or

2. You may continue your stay at the non panel hospital and file for claims later

1. Bring your MyKad/MyKid/Birth Certificate/Passport upon admission for verification purposes

2. Deposit will be required for non payable medical items and co-insurance

3. Bring your own toiletries, comfortable attire, slippers, medication or vitamins (if any) to avoid additional charges to your hospital bill

4. Please DO NOT bring or wear your jewelry, excessive cash and also electrical appliances to prevent loss or damage to your valuables

5. Anticipate waiting time of 1 hour during admission / discharge

6. Medical card is not meant for i) Routine check-up ii) Investigatory or diagnostic test admission

The Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) Patient’s Charter, which was written to create awareness amongst patients on their rights and responsibilities, and sustain the highest possible professional and ethical standard of healthcare.

We strongly encourage you to visit Malaysian Medical Association website to learn about your rights and responsibility.