Singapore Chung Hwa Medical Institution (Toa Payoh) ✓ ACRA Verified

Singapore Chung Hwa Medical Institution (Toa Payoh) is listed at a moderate price point ($$), though specific per-session fees are not publicly stated. In Singapore, a standard TCM consultation typically runs S$20–50, with acupuncture sessions ranging from S$40–100 depending on the number of needles used and the duration. Herbal prescriptions are billed separately and can add S$30–80 per week depending on the formula. Confirm the consultation fee, any separate charges for acupuncture or tui na, herbal prescription costs, and the cancellation or no-show policy before your first appointment. Package deals for recurring conditions may be available — ask about these at the initial consultation. See the full TCM cost guide for Singapore →

No referral is required to visit Singapore Chung Hwa Medical Institution (Toa Payoh). At your first appointment, the practitioner will conduct an intake assessment — this typically includes questions about your chief complaint, lifestyle, sleep, diet, and medical history, alongside pulse and tongue diagnosis. If you have a chronic or complex condition (for example, a diagnosed autoimmune condition, ongoing cancer treatment, or a recent surgery), bring relevant medical reports or a list of current medications. Some treatments, such as acupuncture, have contraindications — for example, pregnancy (certain acupoints), active infection, or blood-thinning medication — and the practitioner needs this information to plan treatment safely. A GP referral letter, while not required, can help support a MediShield Life or MediSave claim where applicable for certain accredited TCM treatments.

In Singapore, TCM practitioners are regulated by the Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners Board (TCMPB) under the Ministry of Health. Registration is mandatory — only registered practitioners may legally provide acupuncture, dispense Chinese herbal medicine, or practise tui na commercially. You can verify any practitioner's registration on the TCMPB public register at moh.gov.sg before booking. No specific licences have been listed for this provider in the current KakiList data. Before committing to a course of treatment, ask to confirm the full name and TCMPB registration number of the practitioner who will be treating you, and cross-check it on the public register. This is a straightforward step that takes under two minutes and confirms you are in qualified hands. Confirm the practitioner's licence number on the relevant board's public register before treatment.