Significance of Cancer, Line of Treatment for Effective Claim Management

Programme Highlights

This training program explores the impact of cancer on health insurance claims, covering financial implications for insurers and policyholders. It provides an in-depth look at cancer pathology, major treatment modalities (surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy, targeted therapies), and myeloproliferative disorders. Participants will gain strategies for managing complex cancer claims, emphasizing collaboration among medical professionals, insurers, and claims managers. Real-life case studies illustrate practical challenges, enhancing professionals’ ability to manage cancer-related claims with greater expertise and sensitivity.

14 CPD Hours
Mode: Face-to-Face Training
Dates: 2 & 3 June 2025
Time: 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m.

For Whom

Health and life insurance claims professionals, specifically those dealing with cancer-related claims.

Key Learning Objectives

At the end of the programme, participants should be able to:

  • Comprehend the intricacies of cancer pathology in various organs for accurate insurance claim assessment.
  • Evaluate different cancer treatment methods, facilitating informed decision-making in claim management.
  • Navigate the regulatory landscape pertaining to cancer insurance, ensuring compliance and ethical handling of claims.

Programme Outline

  • Overview of basic cancer pathology, including lung, liver, oral, stomach, breast, colon, cervix, brain, prostate, and kidney cancers.
  • Examination of cancer treatment modalities.
  • Detailed study of myeloproliferative disorders.
  • Special focus on genetic testing for chemotherapy suitability; an in-depth look at immunotherapy, oral chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies, and targeted therapies, particularly for prevalent cancers in the Singapore/APAC region.
  • Application to claim assessment, claim management and ethical handling of claims.

Programme Leader

Dr. C H Asrani, a pioneer in medical audit and insurance risk management, brings 46 years of experience. With extensive work in insurance training globally and involvement with National Health Authority and The World Bank, Dr. Asrani specializes in underwriting insights, claim adjudication, and fraud prevention. His cloud-based solutions and X-Claims tool are at the forefront of innovation in the insurance industry.

Programme Fee

Full Course Fee: S$872.00 (incl. of 9% GST)

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17/3/25

Significance of Cancer, line of treatment for Effective Claim Management

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