S1E61: New Integrated Shield riders: Should you make a switch?

S1E61: New Integrated Shield riders: Should you make a switch?

From WealthBT by The Business Times

April 13, 2026 · 13 min · Season 1 · Episode 61

About this episode

The episode discusses the implications of switching to new Integrated Shield riders in Singapore, focusing on costs and coverage changes.

Riders are cheaper, but your out-of-pocket expenses are higher. Is that switch worth it? Join BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua and Havend CEO Eddy Cheong as they dissect Singapore's new Integrated Shield riders. Learn about the hidden costs, cancer coverage changes, and the only way to beat that costly 'buffet syndrome.' Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua. Highlights of the podcast: 02:05 Is the trade-off in higher out-of-pocket expenses worth it? 05:33 Key factors when considering a switch 08:38 Unintended consequences: the hidden costs 10:13 Partner panels and profitability: mitigating the "buffet syndrome" --- Send your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to btpodcasts@sph.com.sg .  --- Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg) With Eddy Cheong, chief executive officer, Havend Edited by: Howie Lim & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Howie Lim & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times , SPH Media --- Follow BT Correspondents: Channel: bt.sg/btcobt Amazon: bt.sg/btcoam Apple Podcasts…

People in this episode

Host: Genevieve Cua

Guest: Eddy Cheong

Topics covered

  • Integrated Shield riders
  • health insurance
  • out-of-pocket expenses
  • cancer coverage
  • buffet syndrome

Keywords

  • Integrated Shield
  • health insurance
  • out-of-pocket expenses
  • cancer coverage
  • buffet syndrome
  • Genevieve Cua
  • Eddy Cheong

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Havend, The Business Times

Places: Singapore

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