Kuala lumpur: Great Eastern Takaful Berhad (GETB) has launched the i-Medi Evolusi Rider, its latest specially designed medical rider that provides coverage to support every stage of treatment, from the initial clinic visit to hospital admission and emergency care. GETB said that, under this rider, those requiring urgent treatment can receive fast consultations and treatment through initial assessments at all panel clinics under The Great Journey Clinic network.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, 95 per cent of medical bills will be covered if the patient is diagnosed with any of the eight diseases covered, including Dengue Fever, Zika Virus, Chikungunya Fever, Influenza A and B, Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD), Bronchitis, and Pneumonia. 'This outpatient benefit makes the plan unique, as such coverage is rarely offered in standard medical card plans, thus providing customers with peace of mind and additional support when they need it most,' GETB stated in a statement.

For hospital admissions, GETB mentioned that patients will be referred to medical facilities under The Great Journey Hospital network, with treatment costs covered according to the overall annual limit specified in the medical plan. 'The smooth process from outpatient treatment to hospital admission ensures customers receive healthcare and financial support throughout the treatment journey,' the company added.

In emergencies such as a heart attack, the company stated that customers will be taken directly to the hospital's emergency department, with all co-payment and deductible charges fully waived, allowing them to receive full coverage without any additional costs. Meanwhile, GETB chief executive officer Shahrul Azlan Shahriman expressed that the company believed a protection plan should be simple, transparent, and empathetic, which was the primary goal of launching the i-Medi Evolusi Rider.

'We want customers to feel confident about seeking early treatment before a condition becomes more serious and requires hospitalisation,' Shahriman said. He also noted that the rider promotes sustainable healthcare coverage by encouraging responsible use of medical cards, ensuring that hospital benefits are fully utilised for emergencies and genuine medical needs, while still providing outpatient protection.

Shahriman further elaborated, 'In addition to financial coverage, The Great Journey Hospital network also offers a range of exclusive privileges for a better customer experience. These include deposit and administrative fee waivers, fast-tracking for children, Great Assist services, as well as thoughtful gestures such as complimentary gift baskets, specially provided to ensure smoother and more comfortable healthcare treatment.'

In conjunction with the launch, Great Eastern Takaful is running a month-long campaign offering customers four times the Overall Annual Limit, up to RM8 million, as a sign of its commitment to comprehensive and inclusive protection.