Product benefits
Fight against cancer and recover stronger
When diagnosed with cancer, we understand the potential cost of treatments can be taxing for your finances. With PRUCancer X, you and your loved ones are financially protected and receive the means to take charge and recover from cancer. Our cancer insurance policy offers comprehensive cancer treatment insurance coverage, so you can focus on fighting your illness without worrying about the financial strain. This policy provides a lump sum benefit that can be used for various cancer-related expenses, from medical treatments to rehabilitation. So invest in your future health and peace of mind with PRUCancer X.
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More about PRUCancer X
PRUCancer X is a regular premium plan that provides insurance protection for 10 years. It pays Cancer Benefit upon Life Assured’s diagnosis of the covered conditions. It also provides Compassionate Benefit upon death of the Life Assured. This policy comes with the mechanism of automatic conversion to another 10-year term plan at the end of the 10 years, without new underwriting. This automatic conversion will be done at the end of each 10-year term before or on the Life Assured’s age of 70 next birthday provided that the policy is not terminated.
A plan that offers both cancer and compassionate benefits
PRUCancer X pays Cancer Benefit upon Life Assured’s diagnosis of the covered conditions. It also provides Compassionate Benefit upon death of the Life Assured.
Cancer benefit table
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Amount of benefit |
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Benefits |
Diagnosed within Policy Year 1 |
Diagnosed within Policy Year 2 above |
Category 1
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5% of Basic Sum Assured in one lump sum* |
10% of Basic Sum Assured in one lump sum* |
Category 2
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10% of Basic Sum Assured in one lump sum |
100% of Basic Sum Assured in one lump sum |
*Payment of Category 1 Cancer Benefit reduces Category 2 Cancer Benefit.
Notes:
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Category 1 Cancer Benefit is payable once only.
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This plan will terminate after a claim has been made for Category 2 Cancer Benefit or Compassionate Benefit or upon expiry of the plan, whichever happen first.
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Cancer Benefit for the first year of auto converted policy will follow the benefit for policy year 2 and above.
Compassionate benefit
We provide RM10,000 if you unfortunately pass away to safeguard your loved ones.
Download our product flyer for more details on the plan’s coverage.
About your plan
How much does it cost (your premium)? |
Insurance premium will vary according to the amount of coverage, age, gender and smoking status. Our underwriters decide this, depending on your circumstances. Please click here for full premium rates. |
How long will I need to pay premiums? |
You pay premiums for as long as you have your plan in force. |
How long does the coverage last? |
10 years, with mechanism of automatic conversion to another new and available 10 year-term cancer plan with an applicable premium at that point of time. |
How old must the life assured (the person covered by the plan) be when the plan starts? |
1 – 60 years old |
What’s the minimum amount of coverage? |
RM250,000 |
What’s the maximum amount of coverage? |
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What will happen to my plan if a claim is made? |
Category 1 of cancer benefit Plan continues in force and coverage amount will reduce accordingly.
Category 2 of cancer benefit & compassionate benefit Plan terminates. |
What are the waiting period that I should be aware of? |
Category 1 of cancer benefit 90 days
Category 2 of cancer benefit 60 days
*Waiting period is only applicable once at the inception of first policy. After auto conversion, there will be no waiting period. |
What are the exclusions of PRUCancer X? |
Note: This list is non-exhaustive. Please refer to the policy contract for the full list of exclusions under this policy. |
All ages in this table are age next birthday (ANB)
Important notes
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This content contains only a brief description of the product and is not exhaustive. You are advised to refer to Prudential Assurance Malaysia Berhad (PAMB)’s Brochure, Product Disclosure Sheet, Product / Sales Illustration before purchasing the plan, and to refer to the terms and conditions in the policy contract for details of the features and benefits, exclusions and waiting periods of the policy.
The benefit(s) payable under eligible certificate/policy is(are) protected by Perbadanan Insurans Deposit Malaysia (“PIDM”) up to limits. Please refer to PIDM’s Takaful and Insurance Benefits Protection System (“TIPS”) Brochure or contact Prudential Assurance Malaysia Berhad or PIDM (visit www.pidm.gov.my).
Cancer insurance FAQ
What is PRUCancer X?
PRUCancer X is a critical illness insurance plan offered by Prudential that provides financial protection for individuals in the event of a cancer diagnosis.
What does PRUCancer X cover?
The policy provides coverage for up to 20 different types of cancer, including breast, lung, and prostate cancer. In addition to the lump sum payout upon diagnosis, it provides additional benefits for ongoing treatments and rehabilitation.
How does PRUCancer X help with the cost of cancer treatment in Malaysia?
The lump sum payout from PRUCancer X can help cover the cost of cancer treatment, including medical expenses, transportation costs, and lost income.
What is the cost of PRUCancer X?
The cost of PRUCancer X varies based on factors such as age, gender, and the chosen coverage amount. You can get an estimate of the cost by using the online quote tool on the Prudential website.
How much is the cost of cancer treatment in Malaysia?
This depends on the type of cancer, treatment and factors such as the patient’s health. However, cancer treatment costs can reach tens of thousands of Ringgit. Below are some ballpark figures to give you an idea:
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Surgery: RM 5,000 to RM 50,000.
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Chemotherapy: RM 500 to RM 10,000 per session.
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Radiation therapy: RM 5,000 to RM 30,000 per session.
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Targeted therapy: RM 5,000 to RM 50,000 per month.
Thus, cancer insurance is a wise choice if you have risk factors that increase the chances of contracting this disease.
Do you need cancer insurance?
This depends on your personal risk factors as well as current insurance policies. You should consider cancer insurance if you have a risk of getting cancer. You should also consider cancer insurance if your current health/medical insurance does not cover this disease. Check with your insurance provider with regards to whether your health/medical insurance covers cancer, and the coverage amount.