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Positron Emission Tomography (PET Scan) : Hospital fee references and VHIS Reimbursement Guidelines

"ositron Emission Tomography (PET Scan) is not a common medical examination and is primarily used for diagnosing cancer. Get immediate information on fee references and voluntary medical insurance reimbursement guidelines for PET scans in 6 private hospitals in Hong Kong.
Author Bowtie Team
Date 2023-07-13
Updated on 2024-06-28
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Types of Positron Emission Tomography (PET Scan)PET Scan Pricing at Government Hospital PET Scan Pricing at Private HospitalsCan I claim under Voluntary Health Insurance Scheme (VHIS)?Get an Instant QuoteApart from VHIS, cancer insurance can also provide coverage!

Types of Positron Emission Tomography (PET Scan)

Positron Emission Tomography is mainly classified into two types: Positron Emission Tomography-Computed Tomography (PET-CT) and Positron Emission Tomography-Magnetic Resonance (PET-MR), with slight differences in fees.

PET Scan Pricing at Government Hospital

The cost of PET scans in private medical services at public hospitals ranges from $2,560 to $19,850.

PET Scan Pricing at Private Hospitals

Private Hospital Price
CUHK Medical CentreHK$18,100 – HK$25,850
Gleneagles Hospital Hong KongHK$16,690 – HK$40,960
Hong Kong Adventist Hospital – Stubbs RoadHK$13,600 – HK$34,450
Hong Kong Sanatorium & HospitalHK$13,720 – HK$17,880
St. Paul’s HospitalHK$16,200 – HK$32,810
Evangel HospitalHK$7,350 – HK$12,610
St. Teresa’s HospitalHK$16,300 – HK$35,300
Hong Kong Adventist Hospital – Tsuen WanHK$17,100 – HK$33,900
Union Hospital*HK$16,200 – HK$30,150
Hong Kong Baptist HospitalHK$17,700 – HK$30,510
  • Note:The Bowtie Information Team collected the relevant data on June 21, 2024.

Can I claim under Voluntary Health Insurance Scheme (VHIS)?

Computer Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and Positron Emission Tomography (PET Scan) are common diagnostic imaging tests. In simple cases, they can be done in clinics and do not require hospitalization.

However, traditional medical insurance mostly provides coverage for diagnostic imaging tests conducted during hospitalization. As a result, many policyholders intentionally arrange for tests during hospital stays, which may be a waste of time and potentially affect the insurance claims if the medical necessity criteria are not met.

There are no such restrictions with Voluntary Health Insurance Scheme (VHIS). The insured can still be covered even if they undergo specified diagnostic imaging tests (CT, MRI, PET scans) in a medical center/outpatient clinic!

VHIS provides coverage for diagnostic imaging tests (CT, MRI, PET scans) conducted in medical centers/clinics as long as the doctor deems it medically necessary. VHIS will reimburse 70% of the costs. The following are the coverage limits for “Diagnostic Imaging Tests” under Bowtie’s VHIS plan

Diagnostic Imaging Tests*^ Bowtie VHIS StandardBowtie VHIS Flexi (Regular/Plus)Bowtie Pink VHIS
Annual Coverage LimitHK$20,000/year 6HK$26,000 – HK$40,000/year6Full Compensation7

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  • 6Includes 30% co-insurance.
  • 7Full coverage shall mean no itemized benefit sub-limits, and applies to designated benefit items only. The benefit payable shall be subject to the remaining deductible (if applicable), annual benefit limit, lifetime benefit limit and other limitations such as reasonable and customary charges, a pre-existing condition, “List of Designated Hospitals in Mainland China” and receiving medical treatment in the United States. For detailed terms and conditions, product risks, and exclusions, please refer to the relevant product website and policy.
  • *Bowtie reserves the right to request supporting evidence for written advice, such as referral letters or statements provided by the attending or registered doctor in the claims application form.
  • ^Tests include Computed Tomography (CT) scans, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans, Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scans, PET-CT combination, and PET-MRI combination, with 30% co-insurance.

Get an Instant Quote

Bowtie provides a premium calculator that allows you to estimate the monthly premium expenses for VHIS based on factors such as age, gender, smoking habits, etc.*

Bowtie VHIS Standard/Flexi Plan Premium Calculator

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Bowtie Pink Plan Premium Calculator

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*Full coverage shall mean no itemized benefit sub-limits, and applies to designated benefit items only. The benefit payable shall be subject to the remaining deductible (if applicable), annual benefit limit, lifetime benefit limit and other limitations such as reasonable and customary charges, a pre-existing condition, “List of Designated Hospitals in Mainland China” and receiving medical treatment in the United States. For detailed terms and conditions, product risks, and exclusions, please refer to the relevant product website and policy.
^For example, with Bowtie Pink (Ward) and the deductible option HK$80,000, the monthly premium for a 30-year-old non-smoker is HK$186. The premium comparison above is based on similar medical insurance plans with the ward level (data source on 27, July 2023), HK$50,000 to HK$80,000 deductibles, for a 30-year-old non-smoker. Different medical insurance plans have different coverage and benefit limits. For details, please refer to the relevant insurance policy and its terms and conditions.

Apart from VHIS, cancer insurance can also provide coverage!

“Positron Emission Tomography” (PET Scan) is mainly used for cancer diagnosis. If the insured person is diagnosed with a covered cancer after undergoing the scan, Bowtie Cancer Fighter will provide reimbursement based on actual expenses (without co-insurance).

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