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First phase of DRG payment model planned for 2026, says Dzulkefly

Published on 7 Jul 2025 10:04:10 PM

The first phase rollout of the much-awaited diagnosis-related group (DRG) payment model is planned for 2026, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

The Health Minister said DRG’s implementation was planned to be done incrementally over time, with its first phase to focus on minor cases.

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The first phase rollout of the much-awaited diagnosis-related group (DRG) payment model is planned for 2026, says Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad.

The Health Minister said DRG’s implementation was planned to be done incrementally over time, with its first phase to focus on minor cases.

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