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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said the Ayushman Bharat scheme has grown from a promise into a people’s movement for universal healthcare. Marking its seventh anniversary, Union Minister J P Nadda called for more private hospitals to expand access and improve quality

The Centre has told insurers to pass on GST exemption benefits on life and health policies to policyholders. The move will lower premiums, boost penetration, and improve affordability, though insurers’ margins may face pressure, according to ICRA.

The HRDA has urged Telangana’s health university, KNRUHS, to implement group health insurance for all UG and PG medical students. Citing constant exposure to infections during training, HRDA said this would protect students and reduce financial risks for their families

When it comes to insuring a family of two—be it spouses, partners, or a parent and child—the choice often comes down to two popular options: individual health insurance and a family floater or family health plan. Both have their own features, advantages, and limitations.

Combining both needs into a single plan offers medical coverage and financial security, making it a smarter and more practical choice for families today. Let's see how this approach works and why it's gaining popularity among modern families.

Insurers consider policy applicants with pre-existing conditions high-risk since they are viewed as more likely to file claims. This comprehensive guide examines how pre-existing conditions affect insurance in terms of premiums, waiting periods, claims and more.

Two popular options available are the mediclaim policy and Health Insurance. While both protect medical expenses, they differ in coverage and benefits, making it crucial to understand their respective features before choosing.

Health insurance companies’ proposal to up premiums by 10-15%, ostensibly due to a surge in claims in New Delhi, will set a dangerous precedent

In this article, we’ll explore what’s covered under these policies, their importance, and how they differ from regular health insurance plans for a family.

Empanelment, management of medical bills, outright denial of treatment, package costs, and quality are some of the major difficulties impacting both Aarogyasri and PMJAY in Telangana

A Group Health Insurance Plan includes a group of employees of an organisation or members of a group, where the employer bears premium costs. Some insurance companies also include dependent family members of employees, providing mental satisfaction and financial security to the staff.

The affordable health coverage plan offers comprehensive year-round coverage of up to Rs. 1 lakh for medical expenses related to vector and air-borne diseases

With changing regulations, economic conditions, and the evolving dynamics of the health insurance industry, understanding how these factors affect both investors and policyholders is crucial

In this blog, we will discuss some vital facts about health insurance plans for family and the importance of timely re-evaluation of such plans.

A hefty 18% GST on health insurance premiums is stifling, particularly when its life cover penetration is abysmally low

Let’s look at the coverage and benefits of a comprehensive health insurance policy.

The tax imposes an unfair burden on policyholders and runs contrary to the intent behind incentivising these policies

Employees and pensioners will contribute to the EHCT, a specified amount each month, to be deducted every month from their remunerations/pensions. 

Almost all unicorns are concerned about their female employees' well-being, with 96 per cent of them offering maternity benefits

Dr Pankaj Shahane, Vice President – Health Claims, Digit Insurance tells B Krishna Mohan about the pain points in reimbursements and how to deal with them.