Finding a qualified hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgeon is critical when dealing with complex conditions affecting the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts. For policyholders under AIA Singapore, selecting a specialist who is part of the Quality Healthcare Partners network ensures smoother claims processing, pre-authorisation of medical expenses, and optimised out-of-pocket limits.
Below is a directory of 10 AIA panel specialists in Singapore who specialise in General Surgery with specific expertise in Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary surgery, alongside an overview of estimated surgery costs.
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AIA’s Integrated Shield Plans and related healthcare products may offer different levels of access to private specialists, panel doctors, and pre-authorisation services, depending on your selected plan and rider. As policy structures may change, patients should always verify current panel eligibility, pre-authorisation requirements, and reimbursement terms directly with AIA or a qualified financial representative before proceeding.
Choosing a panel specialist may sometimes offer benefits such as:
- Potentially smoother pre-authorisation processes
- Better alignment with policy terms
- Improved clarity regarding eligible claims
- Potential cost management depending on plan structure
However, coverage, deductibles, co-insurance, exclusions, and rider terms can vary significantly.
List of AIA Panel HPB Surgeons in Singapore
Selecting a surgeon who understands both your medical needs and your insurance framework is an important step. Below is a list of AIA panel HPB surgeons practicing at various private hospital / medical centres across Singapore.
Directory of Panel HPB Surgeons
- Dr Thng Yongxian – Precision Surgical Centre
- Specialty: General Surgery (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary)
- Sub-Specialty: Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery & Minimally Invasive Surgery, Bile duct cancer, Biliary cancer, Gallbladder cancer, Gastrointestinal cancer, Hepatocellular carcinoma, Liver cancer, Neuroendocrine tumours, Pancreatic cancer.
- Dr Chew Soo Ping – S P Chew Surgery
- Specialty: General Surgery (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary)
- Sub-Specialty: Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic surgery
- Dr Chan Chung Yip – Nexus Surgical
- Specialty: General Surgery (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary)
- Sub-Specialty: Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgery, Liver transplant
- Dr Ho Choon Kiat – Nexus Surgical
- Specialty: General Surgery (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary)
- Sub-Specialty: Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic surgery
- Dr Lee Chin Li – Lee Surgery & Endoscopy Clinic
- Specialty: General Surgery (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary)
- Sub-Specialty: Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Surgery, Biliary cancer, Liver cancer, Pancreatic cancer
- Dr Tan Siong San – Tan Siong San Surgery
- Specialty: General Surgery (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary)
- Sub-Specialty: Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery
- Dr Tan Yu-Meng – FeM Surgery
- Specialty: General Surgery (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary)
- Sub-Specialty: Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary-pancreatic
- Dr Tay Khoon Hean – Tay Khoon Hean Surgery
- Specialty: General Surgery (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary)
- Sub-Specialty: Gastrointestinal & Hepatobiliary-pancreatic
- Dr Winston Woon Wei Liang – Prime Surgery
- Specialty: General Surgery (Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary)
- Sub-Specialty: Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic surgery
Disclaimer: This directory is compiled (Jul 2026) based on public and provided panel data for informational purposes only. Panel statuses, costs, medical benchmarks, available locations, and clinical terms are subject to change by insurers, regulatory bodies, and medical institutions. Please verify your coverage eligibility with PRUPanel Connect or your financial advisor before scheduling procedures.
Why Consider an AIA Panel HPB Surgeon?
For eligible policyholders, choosing an AIA-aligned specialist may offer practical advantages:
- Insurance Process Familiarity – Panel specialists may be more familiar with AIA’s documentation and pre-authorisation systems.
- Potential Cost Predictability – Depending on your plan, panel pathways may help reduce uncertainty regarding claimable expenses.
- Access to Private Healthcare Options – Many panel specialists may practise at recognised private hospitals or specialist centres in Singapore.
- Better Financial Planning – Using panel structures may help policyholders better understand expected co-payments, deductibles, and rider limitations.
Patients should always confirm details directly with AIA, as benefits differ by product type.
Overview of HPB Surgery Costs in Singapore
Surgical treatment for HPB conditions depends heavily on the procedure’s complexity. Financial planning should take into account the Ministry of Health (MOH) benchmark surgeon’s fees alongside typical total hospital bill sizes. Below are estimates for various HPB procedures:
1. The Whipple Procedure (Pancreaticoduodenectomy)
This complex 4–8 hour operation removes the head of the pancreas and is the standard of care for tumors in that region. It typically requires a 7–14 day hospital stay.
- MOH Benchmark Surgeon’s Fee: S$22,400 – S$33,600
- Typical Total Cost (Public Hospital): S$30,000 – S$60,000
- Typical Total Cost (Private Hospital): S$80,000 – S$130,000
2. Distal Pancreatectomy (+ Splenectomy)
This 2–5 hour procedure removes the tail and/or body of the pancreas and often includes the spleen. It typically requires a 5–10 day hospital stay.
- MOH Benchmark Surgeon’s Fee: S$11,300 – S$16,200
- Typical Total Cost (Public Hospital): S$20,000 – S$40,000
- Typical Total Cost (Private Hospital): S$50,000 – S$90,000
3. Total Pancreatectomy
Reserved for tumors affecting the entire organ, this 5–9 hour surgery involves removing the entire pancreas. It requires a hospital stay of 10–21 days or longer.
- MOH Benchmark Surgeon’s Fee: S$22,400 – S$33,600
- Typical Total Cost (Public Hospital): S$35,000 – S$70,000
Note: The overall bill size is influenced by additional components including anaesthesiologist fees, operating theatre charges (which may be higher for advanced laparoscopic or robotic procedures), ward/ICU stays, pre-operative investigations, post-operative care, and prevailing GST. Initial consultations with a private specialist generally start from S$200.
Gallbladder Surgery
The MOH recommended surgeon’s fee for gallbladder surgery in private healthcare is from S$6,200 – S$9,600 (excluding GST), under MOH procedure code SF706G/4C. This is the surgeon’s fee only. It does not include hospital fees, anaesthetist fees, or consumables.
Liver Surgery
Estimated treatment costs (surgeon’s fees excluding anaesthetist, facility, and consumables fees) for liver surgery in Singapore are:
- Liver Transplant (Live Donor): S$18,800 – S$26,500
- Liver Transplant (Recipient): S$22,400 – S$33,600
- Tumour Ablation: S$8,000 – S$12,000
- Surgical Resection (Partial Hepatectomy): S$15,000 – S$25,000
Financing & Insurance Checklist
- MediSave: Pancreatic resections are MediSave-claimable up to standard MOH surgical withdrawal limits (typically a maximum of S$5,290 for major complex procedures).
- Integrated Shield Plans: Working with an AIA panel doctor allows patients to utilise Quality Healthcare Partners benefits, which help manage co-payments, deductibles, and facilitate pre-authorisation to minimize cash out-of-pocket requirements.
Important Financial Considerations
Spinal conditions may involve more than surgery alone. Patients may also need:
- MRI or CT imaging
- Specialist consultations
- Physiotherapy
- Rehabilitation
- Long-term pain management
- Surgical implants
These costs may accumulate significantly, especially in private healthcare settings.
Before proceeding, it may be helpful to:
- Review your AIA Integrated Shield Plan
- Check rider eligibility
- Confirm pre-authorisation requirements
- Understand deductibles and co-insurance
- Verify whether your surgeon is on the current AIA panel
Plan Ahead: Speak with a Financial Adviser
Pancreas surgery can be physically, emotionally, and financially significant. Beyond selecting the right surgeon, understanding your insurance structure may play a major role in reducing unexpected costs.
A qualified financial adviser may help you:
- Review your AIA coverage
- Understand policy limitations
- Compare private versus restructured hospital pathways
- Plan for major surgical expenses
If you are considering HPB-related treatment in Singapore, it may be worthwhile to seek professional guidance before making major healthcare decisions.
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