In response to a parliamentary question, health minister Gan Kim Yong explained that the pioneer generation package will not cover traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
Minister Gan explained that TCM is more of a complementary medicine rather than a primary one and so the Pioneer generation package’s outpatient benefits will not cover such treatment.
He clarified that the PGP is intended to help seniors afford subsidised services in public healthcare institutions, as well as at GP and dental clinics participating in the Community Health Assist Scheme.
Mr Gan also said that “there are currently more than 40 charitable TCM organisations providing easy access to affordable TCM services in the community. Seniors who wish to seek TCM treatment may do so at these TCM clinics.”