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Benefits
Rewards with AIA Vitality
Sign up for AIA Vitality to enjoy Vitality Yearly Cash Bonus of up to 20% of the rider’s annualised premium when you attach A-Plus Critical Multi to your A-Life Cover policy — plus unlock additional benefits based on your membership status.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Plus Critical Multi is a critical illness insurance plan that is designed to support you through different stages of critical illness.
It provides coverage for up to 180 critical illnesses, from early stage to advanced stage, so you can receive financial support no matter when the illness is diagnosed.
Unlike plans that only pay once, A Plus Critical Multi is designed to continue supporting you over time, so you stay protected even if your condition progresses or if new conditions arise.
A Plus Critical Multi stands out because it is designed to support you again and again, when you need it most.
Here are its key benefits:
- Coverage at every stage -
You are protected from early signs of illness all the way to more serious conditions, helping you seek treatment earlier and manage recovery better. - Restore your coverage -
If you make a claim for an early to intermediate-stage illness, your coverage can be restored to 100% after a period of time (subject to terms), so you remain protected if your condition worsens later. - Support if illness returns or new conditions happen -
You can make another claim if cancer, stroke, or heart attack returns, or if you are diagnosed with a different covered condition. - Ongoing protection over time -
The plan is designed to keep protecting you as your health situation evolves—so you have financial support at different stages and can be covered again and again.
A‑Plus Critical Multi covers a wide range of critical illnesses, up to 180 conditions, from early stage to advanced stage.
Some of the common illnesses covered include:
- Cancer
- Heart attack
- Stroke
- Serious Coronary Artery Disease
- Kidney failure
- Major organ transplant
In addition to these, the plan also covers many other advanced-stage illnesses, and early to intermediate-stage illnesses, so you can receive support even before a condition becomes severe.
For the full list of covered illnesses, please refer here.
If you are an AIA Vitality member, you can enjoy additional rewards and savings with A‑Plus Critical Multi when it is attached to A‑Life Cover.
One key benefit is that you can receive up to 20% of your total annualised premiums back every year, depending on your AIA Vitality status.
The higher your status (e.g. Gold or Platinum), the more you can potentially receive.
How this benefits you
- Get rewarded for staying healthy
- Your healthy lifestyle choices can help you enjoy higher rewards
- Save on your premiums over time
- Receiving up to 20% back helps reduce your overall cost
- More value from your coverage
- You get both financial protection and ongoing rewards
This means you can enjoy real savings while staying protected, with rewards linked to your healthy lifestyle.
Like most insurance plans, A-Plus Critical Multi includes certain exclusions that are not covered under the policy. These may include pre-existing conditions, illnesses diagnosed during the waiting period, or conditions specifically excluded in the policy contract. You are encouraged to read the exclusions section carefully to avoid misunderstandings during claims.
Critical illness insurance can be helpful because it provides financial support during serious health conditions that may affect a person’s ability to work and manage daily expenses. With coverage from AIA, customers may receive a payout upon diagnosis of a covered critical illness, which can help cover medical treatment costs, recovery expenses, household commitments, or income replacement. This type of protection may help reduce financial stress during difficult situations.
Yes, like most critical illness insurance plans, A‑Plus Critical Multi includes a waiting period.
This means you will need to wait for a specified period after the policy starts before you can make a claim for certain conditions (subject to policy terms).
It’s important to check the waiting period terms carefully to better understand when the coverage becomes eligible.
A‑Plus Critical Multi is a critical illness insurance plan that covers critical illness only.
It pays a lump sum payout when you are diagnosed with a covered early to intermediate stage or advanced-stage critical illness, such as cancer, heart attack, or stroke.
It’s important to note:
- It is different from medical insurance, which covers hospital bills and treatment costs
- It does not include death benefits or medical coverage on its own
To have more complete protection, many people choose to combine:
- A medical plan (to cover hospital and treatment costs)
- A life insurance plan (to provide death benefits)
- A critical illness plan (to provide financial support during illness)
Some of the most common critical illnesses include cancer, heart attack, stroke, kidney failure, and major organ-related diseases. These conditions are often associated with high medical costs and long recovery periods. Plans offered by AIA are designed to provide financial protection against selected covered illnesses based on the policy terms and conditions.
Critical illness insurance works by providing a lump sum payout if the policyholder is diagnosed with a covered critical illness stated in the policy. Under plans offered by AIA, the payout can usually be used based on the customer’s needs, such as paying for medical treatment, recovery expenses, daily living costs, or other financial commitments. The amount paid and eligibility for claims will depend on the policy coverage, illness stage, and claim requirements.
When choosing a critical illness insurance plan from AIA, customers should consider factors such as the level of coverage needed, types of illnesses covered, claim benefits, budget, waiting periods, and policy exclusions. It is also important to review whether the plan provides coverage for early, intermediate, and advanced stage illnesses, as well as how the benefits match personal financial and healthcare needs.
The payout amount for critical illness insurance from AIA depends on the selected coverage amount, policy terms, and the type or stage of the illness claimed. Eligible customers may receive a lump sum payment upon diagnosis of a covered critical illness, subject to the policy conditions and successful claim approval. The payout is intended to help customers manage financial responsibilities and medical-related expenses during treatment and recovery.
Yes, depending on your policy terms and eligibility, customers may be able to upgrade or enhance their coverage for the A-Plus Critical Multi plan with AIA in the future. This may include increasing the coverage amount, adding additional protection riders, or complementing the plan with other critical illness or recovery-related coverage options offered by AIA.
Both A‑Plus Critical Multi and A‑Plus Critical Assure are critical illness plans from AIA, but they are designed to meet different needs.
A‑Plus Critical Multi is built to provide continuous support throughout your health journey. It offers:
- Coverage for up to 180 critical illnesses, from early to advanced stages
- The ability to restore your coverage after an early to intermediate-stage claim (subject to terms), so you remain protected if your condition progresses
- Continued support if your illness returns or if you face another condition
This makes it suitable if you want protection that can support you at different stages of illness and over time, so you can be covered again and again, instead of relying on just a one-time payout.
A‑Plus Critical Assure is a simpler plan focused on advanced-stage conditions. It:
- Covers advanced stage critical illnesses only
- Provides a one-time lump sum payout upon diagnosis
This option is suitable for those who prefer straightforward coverage with a one-time payout for advanced-stage illness.
A critical illness is a serious medical condition that can significantly impact your health, lifestyle, and finances. Common examples include cancer, heart attack, and stroke.
Treatment and recovery may require ongoing medical care, rehabilitation, and time away from work, which can create additional financial challenges.
A medical plan and critical illness insurance serve different purposes and work best together.
A medical plan helps cover hospital and treatment costs, while critical illness insurance provides a cash payout if you're diagnosed with a covered critical illness.
The payout can help cover:
- Loss of income
- Daily living expenses
- Loan repayments
- Recovery and rehabilitation costs
Having both plans can provide more complete financial protection.
A serious illness can affect your ability to work while your financial commitments continue.
Critical illness insurance provides a cash payout upon diagnosis, which can help you:
- Replace lost income
- Manage daily expenses
- Pay ongoing financial commitments
- Cover recovery-related costs
This can help reduce financial stress and give you a peace of mind during recovery.
Terms & Conditions
- The information above is not exhaustive. It is recommended that you request for a copy of the Product / Sales Illustration, Product Disclosure Sheet and Fund Fact Sheet (if applicable) to know more about this product. For a detailed explanation of its benefits, exclusions, terms and conditions, please refer to the policy contract.
- AIA Vitality is a program that supports and rewards its members for making healthier choices every day and is offered by AIA Health Services Sdn. Bhd. (199601016211 (388561-T)). Please visit this page for further information.
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