Additional RM350mil brings MOH allocation to RM1b, accelerates EMR implementation
PUTRAJAYA: The additional allocation of RM350 million, bringing the total allocation to RM1 billion for the Health Ministry (MOH), will enable the ministry to expand and accelerate the implementation of the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system, including at more than 2,000 health clinics nationwide.
The Malaysian government has allocated an additional RM350 million, bringing the total Health Ministry (MOH) budget to RM1 billion. This funding will facilitate the expansion and acceleration of the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system across more than 2,000 health clinics nationwide. Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad emphasized that this allocation is crucial for digitalizing the healthcare sector, boosting morale and credibility.
The ministry aims to double the number of public healthcare facilities equipped with digital systems, as confirmed by Dzulkefly during the National Day 2026 celebration in Putrajaya. With this additional funding, the MOH plans to expedite the EMR implementation compared to the original schedule, ensuring a more efficient rollout and implementation.
The digitalization initiative, involving 150 hospitals and 2,000 health clinics, aims to improve healthcare efficiency, reduce waiting times, enhance patient experiences, and ease congestion at facilities. Digital Minister Gobind Singh Deo also confirmed the readiness for the AI (artificial intelligence) for the People programme, targeting 100,000 participants.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced six measures for the people, including increasing the Budi Madani eligibility quota, raising the school maintenance budget, introducing a free AI subscription programme, raising the e-Invoice exemption threshold, and providing substantial funding for micro businesses.
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