mySalam: A Health Protection Scheme in Malaysia

mySalam is a government-initiated health protection scheme aimed at supporting individuals from the low-income B40 group with financial assistance for medical treatments and critical illnesses.


Benefits of mySalam

1. Critical Illness Coverage

  • One-time payment of RM8,000 upon diagnosis of any of the 45 critical illnesses, including cancer, heart attack, and stroke.

2. Hospitalization Allowance

  • Daily allowance of RM50 for up to 14 days per year if admitted to a government hospital or participating panel hospitals.
    • Total annual coverage: RM700.

3. Additional Support for B40

  • Coverage for medical expenses, tests, or rehabilitation due to critical illnesses.

Eligibility Criteria

Automatically Eligible Individuals:

  1. B40 Income Group:
    • Registered recipients of Bantuan Prihatin Rakyat (BPR) or Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR).
  2. Age Range:
    • Between 18 to 65 years for main applicants.
    • Dependents aged between 18 to 40 years, and unmarried children below 21 years.

Voluntary Application (Non-Automatic):

  • M40 individuals may apply voluntarily through the portal if their income is below a certain threshold.

How to Apply for mySalam

1. Automatic Registration

  • Eligible individuals are automatically enrolled if they are part of the B40 category and are recipients of STR or BPR.

2. Manual Application

  1. Visit the official mySalam portal: https://www.mysalam.com.my.
  2. Complete the online application form.
  3. Submit the following documents:
    • Copy of IC (Identification Card).
    • Proof of income or eligibility under B40 schemes.

How to Make a Claim

  1. Log in to the mySalam portal.
  2. Fill out the claim form and attach supporting documents:
    • Medical report.
    • Diagnosis of critical illness or hospital admission details.
    • Bank account information for fund disbursement.
  3. Submit the claim online.
  4. Claims are typically processed within 14 working days.

How to Check Eligibility or Claim Status


Important Notes

  • Ensure all documents are accurate and complete for smooth claim processing.
  • Always use government-approved platforms to avoid scams.
  • Coverage renewals and updates are automatically handled for eligible participants.

mySalam provides essential support for Malaysians, ensuring that healthcare costs do not become a barrier to accessing treatment.

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