A Medical Emergency Can Drain Your Savings
Imagine this: You’ve worked hard, saved for a house, a car, or your children’s education. Then, unexpectedly, you’re diagnosed with a critical illness like cancer, a heart attack, or a stroke.
Suddenly, all your financial goals must be reprioritized to cover high medical costs, daily living expenses during recovery, or, in the worst case, lost income due to the condition.
Many Indonesians assume that emergency funds or health insurance are enough to cover these expenses. But what happens if your costs exceed the coverage limit?
This is where Oona Critical Illness Insurance plays a crucial role in protecting your financial stability.
Why Health Insurance and Emergency Funds May Not Be Enough
1. Health Insurance Has Limitations
Most private health insurance plans in Indonesia have coverage limits that may not be sufficient to cover the high costs of illnesses like cancer or heart disease.
While BPJS Kesehatan helps reduce medical expenses, it does not cover everything. Many patients still need to pay out-of-pocket for medications, hospitalization, and specialist treatments.
2. Emergency Funds Can Run Out Quickly
Having an emergency fund is essential, but it is limited. A critical illness can lead to lost income for months or even years, making it difficult to cover:
Household expenses and daily living costs
Ongoing medical treatments and medications
Specialist consultations and alternative therapies
Without a backup plan, you may be forced to sell assets, take out loans, or seek financial assistance.
How Critical Illness Insurance Protects Your Savings
1. 100% Lump-Sum Cash Payout
Unlike regular health insurance that reimburses medical bills, Oona Critical Illness Insurance provides a 100% lump-sum cash payout upon diagnosis of a critical illness. You can receive coverage of up to IDR 500 million, depending on your selected plan.
You can use the funds as needed, such as:
Paying for treatments not covered by insurance
Covering living expenses during recovery
Paying off loans or mortgage installments
Supporting alternative care or rehabilitation programs
Any other personal financial needs
2. Financial Stability During Recovery
A severe illness can force you to stop working for months or even permanently. With a lump-sum cash payout, you and your family can still afford essential needs such as food, rent, school fees, and other daily expenses.
3. Avoid Debt and Losing Assets
Many Indonesians go into debt or sell assets to pay for medical treatments. Oona Critical Illness Insurance prevents this financial burden by providing immediate financial support, so you don’t have to deplete your savings or take out high-interest loans.
How Critical Illness Insurance Complements Your Health Insurance
Many Indonesians believe that BPJS Kesehatan or private health insurance is enough to cover medical costs. While these plans provide essential protection, they are not designed to cover the full financial burden of a serious illness. That’s why critical illness insurance is essential to supplement your existing BPJS or private health insurance.
Here’s why critical illness insurance fills the gap:
1. Health Insurance Covers Medical Bills—But What About Other Expenses?
Health insurance primarily covers hospitalization, doctor fees, and some medications. But if you’re unable to work due to illness, you still need to pay for:
Daily living expenses (rent, food, utility bills)
Mortgage or car loan payments
Children’s school fees
Specialized care and alternative therapies
Other financial obligations
With Oona Critical Illness Insurance, the payout can be used for anything, not just medical bills.
2. No Worries About Coverage Limits
Most health insurance plans have a coverage limit. If your medical expenses exceed that limit, you must cover the difference out of pocket. Moreover, many health insurance plans do not cover critical illnesses.
With Oona Critical Illness Insurance, you can choose higher coverage based on your needs. Once you’re diagnosed with a covered condition, the full payout is given immediately, without depending on hospital bills.
3. Immediate Financial Support During Recovery
Recovering from a serious illness takes time. Even if health insurance covers hospital bills, you may be unable to work for months or even years.
Oona Critical Illness Insurance provides financial stability, so you can focus on recovery without worrying about lost income.
4. Freedom to Choose Treatments Not Covered by Insurance
Some advanced treatments, such as experimental drugs, specialized rehabilitation, or alternative therapies, may not be covered by health insurance.
With Oona Critical Illness Insurance, you have the financial flexibility to access the best treatments for a full recovery.
The Perfect Protection Combination
Health Insurance - Covers hospital bills and medical treatments
Critical Illness Insurance - Provides 100% lump-sum cash payout for non-medical costs and financial stability
By having both types of coverage, you and your family are fully protected from the financial impact of a critical illness.
The Real Cost of Critical Illness in Indonesia
When discussing medical expenses, most people only think about hospital bills. However, the actual cost of a critical illness is much greater and includes:
Long-term treatments and medications
Rehabilitation and recovery therapies
Lost income due to inability to work
Rising Cases of Critical Illnesses in Indonesia (2022-2023)
The number of deaths from critical illnesses has increased, highlighting the growing health risks for Indonesians: