Most of us might have seen the recent news of TVS group foraying into the health insurance industry in India. Currently, there are 5 standalone health insurance companies in India offering only health insurance plans in addition to the nearly 33 general insurance companies offering health insurance plans as a part of their portfolio. On top of […]
Read MoreMost of us buy a health insurance policy to come in handy in case of hospitalization, as the policy would pay our expenses. We buy a health insurance policy thinking that we should not use it, but it might happen that we should sometimes use it. This is the moment of truth that you had been waiting […]
Read MoreObesity is a condition characterized by an increase in the size and amount of fat in the body. The World Health Organization has recognized obesity as a disease and also by several other multinational organizations. According to WHO, obesity is a major risk factor for noncommunicable diseases such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, […]
Read MoreHealth insurance is a comprehensive policy that carries many benefits that are to be utilized to their full potential to get the maximum benefits out of it. Gone are those days when health insurance plans used to cover only hospitalization expenses such as room rent, surgery costs, surgeon fees, anesthesia fees, etc. Earlier, there used […]
Read MoreBeing hospitalised can be a stressful experience, and navigating the complexities of health insurance claims can add to the burden. This blog post aims to address a common concern: can a preliminary note made during hospitalisation impact your health insurance claim settlement? Real-Life Insurance Case Study: Insightful Takeaways for Providers and Policyholders Understanding the Case: […]
Read MoreGroup health insurance is a customized policy that can be designed per the insured customer’s needs and requirements. Still, the offerings vary from one insurance company to another. For instance, one insurance company might cover the robotic treatments, whereas the others might have it under exclusions. The basic covers such as sum insured, in-patient/out-patient/daycare hospitalization […]
Read MoreWhat is Travel Insurance? If you have a health insurance policy in India, you could claim for any hospitalization anywhere in India, but while travelling abroad, the same policy might not cover everything. Then, taking a travel insurance plan that could cover all your medical expenses in a foreign location would be advisable. The other […]
Read MoreCustomers should explore many hidden benefits in personal health insurance plans to avail of benefits during the policy period. These benefits would be hidden in plain sight for the customers, and most would not pay heed to these benefits in the first instance. Insurance intermediaries would also not explain these benefits to the customer while […]
Read MoreRetirement refers to when one leaves an active profession and working life behind, often after age 60 or when no longer capable of work. People generally retire due to various reasons, including health conditions, relaxation, or aging in general – such as retiring due to incapacity. People typically enjoy peaceful retirements to focus on maintaining […]
Read MoreThe most trusted health insurance company in India by 2023 will be the one that can offer top health insurance plans with more hospitals in the network, the highest rate of settlement for claims, the most efficient customer services, and an easy claim settlement. The best health insurance is the policy that provides the best […]
Read MoreToday, any minor surgery can cost you anywhere between 2-5 Lakh Rupees. Health inflation in India is rising at about 14% per annum. If you are a white-collar worker, your salary hike might have been lower than 14% per annum, especially over the last few years. Without basic health insurance, it is increasingly difficult for […]
Read MorePersonal health insurance misconceptions are common among people intending to purchase health insurance. Misconceptions about personal health insurance could be due to various reasons like the influence of past events or bad experiences with the insurance provider. Such events create a strong negative feeling towards personal health insurance and prevent you from buying a policy. […]
Read MoreGroup Health Insurance The group health insurance policy is intended to pay for the medical costs of the insured in cases that they require hospitalization because of injuries, illness, or ailment within the period of the policy. You are covered up to your sum insured mentioned under the policy. Group health insurance is usually taken […]
Read MoreWhat is Blacklisting of Hospitals in the Insurance Industry? Blacklisting is placing a hospital in a position where there would be no further dealing with it in any case. Once blacklisted, Insurers do not empanel or engage with such hospitals. Customers should consult their insurance companies before making a claim. They should ensure their preferred […]
Read MoreA personal health insurance policy is typically used to pay for the costs of medical treatment for the insured if they are hospitalized due to illnesses or accidents. But other benefits can be derived from personal health insurance plans that are unknown to many users. Health insurance plans come with many benefits, some of which […]
Read MoreGroup Health Insurance covers the medical expenses of the insured members up to the sum insured mentioned under the plan in return for a premium amount that the insured customer pays. Group health insurance can be classified as employee-employer and non-employee-employer. Most group health insurance plans belong to the employee-employer segment, where the employer would […]
Read MoreWhen a person is hospitalised as a result of an accident or illness, personal health insurance can be helpful. Personal health insurance policy can be purchased for oneself as well as someone you have an insurable interest in. Insurable interest in simple terms is your interest in the person you are insuring. You can therefore […]
Read MoreInsurance involves a lot of technical terms that a layperson may not be aware of. However, it is important to be familiar with these terms as it helps you to understand the terms and conditions of a health insurance policy. Further, it helps to choose the right insurance policy for your needs. We’ve covered some […]
Read More1. Aditya Birla – Activ Health Platinum Enriched Insurance Plan: i) Coverage: The policy will cover the costs incurred for medically necessary consultations, diagnostic tests, and pharmacy expenses on an outpatient basis up to the amount specified under the policy. The appointments can be scheduled through the website or through the mobile application or call […]
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