DRG Might Be Good For Listed Healthcare Providers

Oong Chun Sung, Equity Research Analyst, RHB Investment Bank

18-Dec-24 07:30

DRG Might Be Good For Listed Healthcare Providers

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The healthcare sector has been making headlines recently, with many calling for regulatory and systemic reforms

as insurance premiums are expected to rise by up to 70% next year. As a result, the Health Ministry has proposed that diagnosis-related group pricing system, (DRG) be implemented. Oong Chun Sung, Equity Research Analyst, RHB Investment Bank tells us if DRG will be a boom or bane for earnings and which listed companies stand to benefit.

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