{"id":5130,"date":"2021-10-01T15:44:04","date_gmt":"2021-10-01T07:44:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bjak.com\/blog\/?p=5130"},"modified":"2026-02-03T18:10:49","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T10:10:49","slug":"what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider","title":{"rendered":"What are the differences between a standalone medical card and a medical rider?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019re comparing health insurance options in Malaysia and wondering <strong>what are the differences between a standalone medical card and a medical rider<\/strong>, you\u2019ll notice there are two common ways to get medical coverage: a standalone medical card and a medical rider attached to another policy. Both provide medical protection, but they work differently and fit different needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_50 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents =<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\" role=\"button\"><label for=\"item-69d76b2cc5d2c\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999999;color:#999999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999999;color:#999999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-69d76b2cc5d2c\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#What_is_a_medical_card\" title=\"What is a medical card?\">What is a medical card?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Broad_differences_between_a_standalone_medical_card_and_a_medical_rider\" title=\"Broad differences between a standalone medical card and a medical rider&nbsp;\">Broad differences between a standalone medical card and a medical rider&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Breakdown_of_different_decision_Points\" title=\"Breakdown of different decision Points\">Breakdown of different decision Points<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Explanation_of_the_differences_between_a_standalone_medical_card_and_a_medical_rider\" title=\"Explanation of the differences between a standalone medical card and a medical rider&nbsp;\">Explanation of the differences between a standalone medical card and a medical rider&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#1_Definition_and_function\" title=\"1. Definition and function\">1. Definition and function<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Standalone_Medical_Card\" title=\"Standalone Medical Card\">Standalone Medical Card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#_Medical_Rider\" title=\"&nbsp;Medical Rider\">&nbsp;Medical Rider<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#2_Premium\" title=\"2. Premium\">2. Premium<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Standalone_medical_card\" title=\"Standalone medical card\">Standalone medical card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Medical_rider\" title=\"Medical rider\">Medical rider<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#3_Affordability\" title=\"3. Affordability\">3. Affordability<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Standalone_medical_card-2\" title=\"Standalone medical card\">Standalone medical card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Medical_rider-2\" title=\"Medical rider\">Medical rider<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#4_Pros\" title=\"4. Pros\">4. Pros<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Standalone_medical_card-3\" title=\"Standalone medical card\">Standalone medical card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Medical_rider-3\" title=\"Medical rider\">Medical rider<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#5_Cons\" title=\"5. Cons\">5. Cons<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Standalone_medical_card-4\" title=\"Standalone medical card\">Standalone medical card<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Medical_rider-4\" title=\"Medical rider\">Medical rider<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/#Which_One_Should_You_Choose\" title=\"Which One Should You Choose?\">Which One Should You Choose?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_medical_card\"><\/span>What is a medical card?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-attachment-id=\"5137\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/attachment\/jafar-ahmed-e285pjbc4ue-unsplash\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/jafar-ahmed-E285pJbC4uE-unsplash.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"640,427\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"jafar-ahmed-E285pJbC4uE-unsplash\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/jafar-ahmed-E285pJbC4uE-unsplash.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/jafar-ahmed-E285pJbC4uE-unsplash.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/jafar-ahmed-E285pJbC4uE-unsplash.jpg?resize=640%2C427&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5137\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/jafar-ahmed-E285pJbC4uE-unsplash.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/jafar-ahmed-E285pJbC4uE-unsplash.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>medical card<\/strong> is a type of medical insurance that helps pay for hospitalisation and surgical treatments up to specified annual and lifetime limits. How these benefits are structured depends on the type of medical coverage you choose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Broad_differences_between_a_standalone_medical_card_and_a_medical_rider\"><\/span>Broad differences between a standalone medical card and a medical rider&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For your ease of reference, we have summarized the differences between the two medical cards. Refer to the table below for their differences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th> Feature  <\/th><th> Standalone medical card  <\/th><th> Medical rider  <\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Definition and function <\/td><td>An individual medical insurance plan that <em>typically <\/em>covers hospitalizations and surgical treatments<\/td><td>A medical insurance plan that is attached to savings or investment-linked life insurance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Premium <\/td><td>&#8211; Cheaper than a medical rider<br>&#8211; Premium increases depending on age and medical inflation<\/td><td>&#8211; More expensive than a standalone medical card<br>&#8211; Premium <em>mostly<\/em> remains the same<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Affordability <\/td><td>Suitable for individuals on a relatively lower budget <\/td><td>Suitable for individuals who are more financially comfortable <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pros<\/td><td>Cheaper premium <\/td><td>&#8211; Premium <em>mostly<\/em> remains the same <br>&#8211; Has a cash value<br>&#8211; You can withdraw the cash value for your personal needs or to cover your premiums <\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cons<\/td><td>&#8211; Premium increases depending on age and medical inflation<br>&#8211; No cash value<br>&#8211; No compensation if you make no claims<\/td><td>&#8211; Higher premium<br>&#8211; While you can withdraw the cash, your premiums in the following months will increase <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you have an overview of the differences between a standalone medical card and a medical rider, we\u2019ll be elaborating on the differences in the following points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breakdown_of_different_decision_Points\"><\/span>Breakdown of different decision Points<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Benefit \/ Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Standalone Medical Card<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Medical Rider (Attached to Life \/ ILP)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/td><td>Pure medical cover (hospital &amp; surgery)<\/td><td>Medical cover plus savings\/investment feature<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Premium Pattern<\/strong><\/td><td>Lower at start; steps up as you age and due to medical inflation<\/td><td>Higher at start; often level or more stable over time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cash Value<\/strong><\/td><td>\u274c None<\/td><td>\u2705 Has cash value if attached to an investment-linked or savings plan and may be used for premiums or personal needs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Renewal<\/strong><\/td><td>Annual renewal with potential repricing based on age or claims experience<\/td><td>Renewal is tied to the underlying life or ILP policy; rider usually remains as long as main plan is active<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Flexibility<\/strong><\/td><td>Can be purchased on its own<\/td><td>Requires a base life or investment policy first<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Suitability<\/strong><\/td><td>Best for budget-focused health coverage<\/td><td>Best for those who want integrated cover (health + savings + life)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Risk of Policy Ending<\/strong><\/td><td>Policy ends if you stop paying premiums<\/td><td>If underlying policy lapses, rider also ends<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explanation_of_the_differences_between_a_standalone_medical_card_and_a_medical_rider\"><\/span>Explanation of the differences between a standalone medical card and a medical rider&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Definition_and_function\"><\/span>1. Definition and function<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Standalone_Medical_Card\"><\/span><strong>Standalone Medical Card<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Offers straightforward medical coverage with fewer moving parts.<br><\/li><li>Premiums tend to be lower initially but can rise as you age or as medical costs inflate.<br><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You won\u2019t build any <strong>cash value<\/strong>; it\u2019s pure protection, not investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_Medical_Rider\"><\/span><strong>&nbsp;Medical Rider<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Bundled with a life insurance or investment-linked plan.<br><\/li><li>Higher initial cost, but premiums are often more stable over time.<br><\/li><li>May build <strong>cash value<\/strong> over time that you can withdraw or use to pay premiums.<br><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This makes a rider more attractive for people who want a <strong>holistic financial solution<\/strong> \u2014 coverage today plus a savings or investment feature for the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Premium\"><\/span>2. Premium<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Standalone_medical_card\"><\/span>Standalone medical card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Generally<\/em>, the premium for a standalone medical card is lower compared to a medical rider. This is because the coverage is t<em>ypically <\/em>limited to hospitalizations and surgical treatments. However, keep in mind that the premium will increase depending on these two factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>Age<\/strong>. As your age increases, you\u2019ll have a higher risk of getting an illness and being admitted to hospitals. Moreover, the risk will increase your premium. Generally, your premium may increase every five years.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\"><li><strong>Medical inflation<\/strong>. Medical inflation will increase your premium. <a href=\"https:\/\/in.milliman.com\/-\/media\/milliman\/pdfs\/articles\/medical-inflation-and-health-insurance-productsin-india.ashx#:~:text=Medical%20inflation%20is%20a%20key,costs%20and%20hence%20premium%20increases.&amp;text=Some%20define%20medical%20inflation%20as,the%20unit%20costs%20of%20services.\">Medical inflation<\/a> can be defined as the increase in the average or unit cost and utilization of healthcare services over a period of time. Furthermore, keep in mind that Malaysia is one of the countries that has experienced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.liam.org.my\/pdf\/consumer\/MHI_NST_Part%202.pdf\">one of the highest<\/a> medical inflation rates in ASEAN in recent years.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_rider\"><\/span>Medical rider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to a standalone medical card, the premium for a medical rider is higher as it is attached to savings or investment-linked life insurance. The premium will also go into your savings or investment depending on your policy. The premium may be higher, but the premium rate mostly remains the same. The premium may increase slightly depending on medical inflation. Age does not affect the premium.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Affordability\"><\/span>3. Affordability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Standalone_medical_card-2\"><\/span>Standalone medical card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Given its lower premium, it is recommended for individuals on a lower budget to get a standalone medical card instead of a medical rider. It\u2019s important that you can afford to pay your premium regularly as payments lapse may cause you to lose your insurance benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_rider-2\"><\/span>Medical rider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re more financially comfortable, then you may want to consider a medical rider attached to savings or investment-linked life insurance. As the premium is higher than a standalone medical card, ensure that you\u2019re capable of regularly paying for your insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Pros\"><\/span>4. Pros<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Standalone_medical_card-3\"><\/span>Standalone medical card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Not required to take additional insurance plans or riders<\/li><li>Cheaper than a medical rider<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_rider-3\"><\/span>Medical rider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Premium mostly remains the same<\/li><li>Has a cash value (investment returns)<\/li><li>Depending on the policy, you can withdraw the cash value for personal use\u00a0<\/li><li>You can also use the cash value to pay your premiums. This can avoid payments lapse and policy termination<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Cons\"><\/span>5. Cons<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Standalone_medical_card-4\"><\/span>Standalone medical card<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>No cash value<\/li><li>You&#8217;ll receive no compensation if you make no claim throughout your policy period<\/li><li>Probably no guaranteed renewal. For instance, if you\u2019re diagnosed with a certain illness during your policy period, policy renewal for the following year may not be guaranteed<\/li><li>Premium will increase according to age and medical inflation<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Medical_rider-4\"><\/span>Medical rider<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Higher premium compared to a standalone medical card<\/li><li>Policy will end once you\u2019ve received a lump-sum payout for your critical illness rider (your insurance will deduct the amount from your death benefit.) Other than that, If the amount for the critical illness payout is the same as the death benefit amount, your policy will end<\/li><li>If your policy ends, any riders including a medical rider attached to the policy will also end<\/li><li>While you have the option to withdraw your cash value, your following premiums will increase<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_One_Should_You_Choose\"><\/span><strong>Which One Should You Choose?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-attachment-id=\"5138\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/blog\/life-and-medical-insurance\/what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\/attachment\/sean-kong-r2whdawjpxm-unsplash\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/sean-kong-r2WhdAwJPxM-unsplash.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"640,427\" data-comments-opened=\"0\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"sean-kong-r2WhdAwJPxM-unsplash\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/sean-kong-r2WhdAwJPxM-unsplash.jpg?fit=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/sean-kong-r2WhdAwJPxM-unsplash.jpg?fit=640%2C427&amp;ssl=1\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/bjak.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/sean-kong-r2WhdAwJPxM-unsplash.jpg?resize=640%2C427&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5138\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/sean-kong-r2WhdAwJPxM-unsplash.jpg?w=640&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i1.wp.com\/bjak.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/sean-kong-r2WhdAwJPxM-unsplash.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s no universally \u201cbest\u201d option \u2014 it depends on your priorities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>If you want health coverage only and want to keep costs as low as possible<\/strong>, Therefore, a <strong>standalone medical card<\/strong> is usually preferable.<br><\/li><li><strong>If you want insurance that also builds value or works with your financial planning goals<\/strong>, consider a <strong>medical rider<\/strong> with a life or savings policy.<br><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We always recommend comparing quotes and discussing options with an insurance adviser so you can align your insurance with your budget and long-term goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-container-1 wp-block-buttons\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-neve-link-color-background-color has-background\" href=\"https:\/\/bjak.my\/ms\/life?utm_source=blog&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=what-are-the-differences-between-a-standalone-medical-card-and-a-medical-rider\">Get Your Free Quotation<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are all medical cards the same? 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