Chronic Disease Management Program
Understanding Chronic Diseases & the CDMP: Managing Long-Term Health in Singapore
Chronic diseases are long-term health conditions that often require ongoing care and management. Many of these conditions—such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease—can persist throughout a person’s life and may impact daily wellbeing if not properly managed.
Early detection, regular monitoring, and consistent care are key to preventing complications and maintaining quality of life.
What Is the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP)?
The Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP) is a Singapore government initiative introduced by the Ministry of Health (MOH) to support individuals living with chronic conditions.
The programme aims to:
- Improve access to affordable outpatient care
- Encourage early and continuous management of chronic diseases
- Reduce long-term healthcare costs
Under CDMP, patients can use their MediSave to help offset outpatient treatment expenses at:
- Public hospital Specialist Outpatient Clinics (SOCs)
- Polyclinics
- Participating GP clinics
Chronic Conditions Covered Under CDMP
The programme covers 20 chronic conditions, including:
- Anxiety
- Asthma
- Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Dementia
- Diabetes Mellitus / Pre-diabetes
- Epilepsy
- Hyperlipidemia (Lipid Disorders)
- Hypertension
- Ischaemic Heart Disease
- Major Depression
- Osteoporosis
- Osteoarthritis
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Psoriasis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Schizophrenia
- Stroke
These conditions often require long-term monitoring and care, making structured support programmes like CDMP especially valuable.
MediSave & Subsidies: What You Need to Know
Eligible patients can use MediSave to help pay for outpatient treatments under CDMP:
- Up to S$700 per year for patients with complex chronic conditions
- Up to S$500 per year for other chronic conditions
- Each claim requires a 15% co-payment in cash
Additional support is available through government schemes:
- CHAS cardholders: Subsidies of up to S$500 per year
- Pioneer Generation / Merdeka Generation: Subsidies of up to S$540 per year
These schemes help make long-term care more accessible and affordable.
Why Chronic Disease Management Matters
Chronic conditions often develop gradually and may not show obvious symptoms in the early stages. Without proper management, they can lead to serious complications such as heart disease, kidney failure, or stroke.
Regular monitoring, lifestyle adjustments, and timely medical care can:
- Slow disease progression
- Prevent complications
- Improve quality of life
Take Charge of Your Health Early
At Simply Health Hub, we believe that prevention starts with awareness. Many chronic diseases are closely linked to key health indicators such as blood pressure, glucose levels, and body composition.
Through health monitoring tools and personalised programmes, we empower individuals to better understand their bodies and take proactive steps toward long-term wellbeing.
Start Early, Manage Better
If you have risk factors or existing chronic conditions, don’t wait. Speak with your doctor about your eligibility for the Chronic Disease Management Programme (CDMP) and take advantage of available support.
Early action can make a meaningful difference in your health journey.