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Laparoscopic Bowel Resection: Major Surgery with Major Implications
Bowel resection is performed for cancer, inflammatory disease, or obstruction. Even laparoscopic approaches involve significant surgical complexity.
What It Costs
MOH-aligned private fees typically include:
• Surgeon fee: SGD 10,000 – 18,000
• Anaesthetist fee: SGD 2,500 – 4,000
ICU care, stomas, and prolonged stays increase total cost substantially.
What’s Typically Covered
Coverage is usually robust:
• Classified as major surgery
• Hospitalisation and oncology benefits apply
• Pre-authorisation required for elective cases
Insurance Tip
Ask whether stoma care and consumables are covered post-surgery. They can be ongoing expenses.
Conclusion
Major bowel surgery saves lives. But insurance planning protects long-term financial health.
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