Telehealth

Telehealth: An end-to-end virtual healthcare service for you.Telehealth: An end-to-end virtual healthcare service for you.

Virtual Healthcare Service Is Now Available

Consult your regular Columbia Asia doctor via phone or video call and have your medication delivered right to your doorstep!

 
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No more delays in treatment & medicine prescriptions

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Medication will be delivered to your home directly.

 
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FREE delivery for medication costing more than RM50 within a 20km radius.

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Discussion made private between doctors and patients.

Why Telehealth

With telehealth services, patients can now skip the long drive to the doctor’s office or the long wait in the waiting room when they are sick. You can now consult your doctor from anywhere virtually.

 
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Accessible Care
Speak to a healthcare professional from anywhere at anytime.

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Easy Access to Specialists
Get the right medical advice from a wide selection of specialists across Columbia Asia hospitals.

 
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Ideal for the Elderly/OKU
Access to medical care for elderly/OKU patients with limited mobility.

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Fit Your Schedule
Consult the specialists without needing to take leave from work or school.

 
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Improve Quality of Care
Have faster access to specialists and medications without delays in treatments.

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Preventive Care
Easy access to specialists without delays in treatments.

 
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Privacy
Consult your healthcare professionals from the privacy of your home.

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Reduce Unnecessary Exposure
Avoid unnecessary exposure to infections or virus.

 
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Save Time
Seek medical help without spending time in long queues or traffic jams.

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Save Costs
Minimise costs from travelling, parking, childcare, and other expenses.

 

Choose Your Preferred Method

 
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Phone Call
 

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Book your teleconsultation appointment here. Select your Appointment Category “Tele-Consultation”.

 
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Speak to doctor for phone consultation.

 
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Make payment.

 
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Medication deliver to your address.

 

*Only applicable for existing patient.

 
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Video Call
 

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Find your consultant here.

 
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Click Book Appointment.
Choose preferred date and time.

 
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Fill up your personal details.

 
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Click Complete your Booking.
Log into your account or sign up.

 
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Click Video Call, key in your medical concern & include attachments if any.

 
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Proceed to payment.

 
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Your video consultation link will be shared on appointment day.

 
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Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a telehealth consultation service?

A telehealth consultation service is the use of audio/video/text communications that allows healthcare providers to carry out medical consultations remotely. Consultations via telehealth differs from face-to-face doctor/patient visits, as both parties will be at separate locations. This type of healthcare service allows Columbia Asia doctors to provide consultations without the patient being physically present at the hospital.

 
What are the healthcare services available on this virtual platform?

Among services available on this platform are follow-up consultations with Columbia Asia Hospital consultants, prescriptions for drug refills as well as medicine home delivery (applicable only to Malaysian addresses). However, if the consultant decides that you should have a physical examination or diagnostic tests, you may be asked to go to the hospital for a face-to-face appointment.

 
How much will this teleconsultation cost me?

It is at a fixed rate of RM70 per consultation.

 
How long will each consultation take?

On average, each consultation will take about 15 to 20 minutes. It may take longer depending on the consultant’s discretion. Complex cases may require your presence at the hospital for a physical examination or diagnostic tests.

 
How can I be assured of privacy during these teleconsultations?

Teleconsultations are not recorded. Its platform is encrypted and utilizes HIPAA-compliant video technology. We understand and prioritize medical sensitivities so you can rest assured that your privacy and safety are secured.

 
How early should I make an appointment in order to speak to a doctor?

You can book your appointment and reserve your preferred slot up to three days in advance.

 
How do I make payment?

Phone Consultation Our admin personnel will liaise with you on your preferred paying method and related processes.

 

Video Consultation On the DoctorOnCall platform, proceed to the payment page after confirming your appointment. Choose your preferred payment method from the options given; credit/debit card, online banking or e-wallets such as TnG, Grab and Boost.

 
Am I able to cancel my telehealth consultation appointment?

Phone Consultation To cancel, you may contact the hospital for the arrangement.

 

Video Consultation If you would like to cancel your appointment after it has been confirmed, payment will not be refunded. If the consultant suddenly becomes unavailable to participate or finish the video consultation, we will reschedule the appointment.

 
Am I able to reschedule my appointment?

To reschedule, you may contact the hospital for the arrangement. However, as much as we understand that sometimes situations don’t always go our way, we would appreciate if you can maintain the slot reserved for you.

 
Can I claim teleconsultation fees from my insurance provider?

Any insurance claim is subjected to the coverage offered by respective insurance providers. We would advise you to contact your insurance provider regarding claims to do with teleconsultation.

 
How soon can I expect my medication to arrive?

Your medication will arrive on the same day as your teleconsultation, if prescribed and paid for before 6pm. After 6pm, medication will be delivered the next day. For Klang Valley, same day express delivery is available. For other states in Malaysia, delivery time is between one and two days.

 
I want to find out more about the Telehealth service. Who can I contact to find out more?

You may contact our hospitals for further assistance : https://www.columbiaasia.com/malaysia/hospitals