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Trauma Insurance

Trauma insurance (also called critical illness insurance) pays a lump sum if you're diagnosed with a serious medical condition like cancer, heart attack, or stroke. Unlike income protection, trauma insurance gives you immediate funds to focus on recovery, pay for treatment, or modify your lifestyle.

Who Needs Trauma Insurance?

  • Anyone with family history of cancer or heart disease
  • Self-employed people who can't afford time off
  • People wanting peace of mind for serious illness
  • Those with limited sick leave
  • Families wanting funds for private treatment

Key Details

Waiting Period
Typically 14-90 days (varies by condition)
Benefit Period
One-time lump sum payment
Expiry Age
75 years old
Tax Deductible
No - Premiums are not tax deductible

Starting from

$52/month

Age 30, male, $200,000 cover

What Trauma Insurance Covers

Covers 40+ critical illnesses including cancer, heart attack, stroke
Lump sum payment upon diagnosis (not death)
Immediate funds for treatment and recovery
Covers medical expenses not covered by Medicare
Pay for experimental treatments overseas
Take time off work to recover
Tax-free payment

Common Exclusions

Most trauma insurance policies will not cover:

Pre-existing conditions within specified period
Early-stage cancers (some policies)
Conditions that don't meet severity definitions
Intentional self-inflicted injuries
Conditions from illegal drug use

Premium Examples

Indicative monthly premiums for trauma insurance by age and gender. Your actual premium will depend on your health, occupation, and coverage amount.

AgeGenderCoverage AmountProviderMonthly Premium
30male$200,000TAL$52
30female$200,000TAL$68
40male$200,000AIA$94
40female$200,000AIA$118
50male$200,000Zurich$224
50female$200,000Zurich$268

Compare with Other Insurance Types

See how trauma insurance compares to other types of coverage

Life Insurance

A lump sum payment to your loved ones when you pass away.

From: $35/month
Tax deductible: No
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A lump sum if you can never work again due to illness or injury.

From: $45/month
Tax deductible: No
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Income Protection Insurance

Monthly payments replacing up to 85% of income if unable to work.

From: $68/month
Tax deductible: Yes
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