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August 2008 POS MALAYSIA BERHAD introduces Hospital Cash Income Plan to provide cash relief in light of increased medical expenses Kuala Lumpur, 4 August 2008 : POS MALAYSIA BERHAD (“PMB”) is pleased to announce its latest insurance product called “POS Hospital Cash Income Plan”, in its partnership with RHB Insurance Berhad (“RHBI”). The POS Hospital Cash Income Plan, fully underwritten by RHBI, offers cash relief to those who are hospitalized due to illness or accidents. In light of the rising medical costs, this new insurance product provides the assurance of financial assistance in helping to cushion the impact of the ever-rising cost. This product is affordable with premium starting from as low as RM80 annually , provides attractive and wide range of benefits to the insured person when they are hospitalized. Depending on the choice of plan, the Insured person will be entitled to benefits up to:
The POS Hospital Cash Income Plan is now available at all General Post Offices and all Post Offices in the Klang Valley. “This strategic partnership with RHBI gives an opportunity for PMB to offer a wide range of insurance products and services to complement our customers’ needs as it creates more value and gives them the convenience of a one-stop centre,” said Datuk Abu Huraira Abu Yazid, the Executive Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of PMB. Mr. Koh Heng Kong, the Managing Director of RHBI adds, “The availability of insurance products and services in Malaysia can be improved further as there are still many rural areas in Malaysia which do not have access to proper channels to buy insurance. PMB adds value by bringing good and reliable insurance products to those who are living in the suburban and rural areas. RHBI is dedicated to supporting this cause by developing affordable insurance products for all.” Koh goes on to explain, “POS Hospital Cash Income Plan is designed to cater to the various groups of people who need the extra cash when hospitalized. The product is easily available at all POS Malaysia outlets and qualified persons will be able to purchase the policy on the spot without the need to undergo any medical examination or answer any lengthy health declaration. The cash payout from this plan can be used to defray medical and surgical charges. In the event the Insured person already has hospitalization insurance, the payout can be used to purchase nutritious foods or supplements or pay for a holiday for the person to relax and recuperate. There are no restrictions or conditions on the usage of the benefits payout from each claim.” PMB will continue to develop insurance products that are simple to understand. Customers can expect to see more innovative products being offered via PMB outlets nationwide in the near future. Both PMB and RHBI share s a common goal of inculcating the importance of insurance as a tool for all Malaysians, to give them the assurance of living and preserving their daily lifestyle Issued on behalf of POS Malaysia Berhad and RHB Insurance Berhad by Group Corporate Communications Division, RHB Capital Berhad. For more information, please call Eza Dzul Karnain at 012-3420060 or Sandra Foo at 012-3188412. About Pos Malaysia Berhad PMB’s Strategic Business Units, aimed to provide quality, reliable, timely and innovative solutions to our customers, encompasses the following: · PosMail: Mail and postal services Throughout the years, PMB has grown from strength and is progressing from being a mail and postal services provider towards becoming a dynamic physical communications provider. Moving forward, PMB will continue to transform and innovate itself in order to maintain its relevance and competitive edge as well as continue to connect Malaysians with the rest of the world. For further information about PMB, please visit our website at www.pos.com.my, visit your nearest post office or contact our Customer Service Centre, PosLine, at 1-300-300-300.  |
