A reality check of health insurance claim: Denial of simple claim sparks huge online debate
Nitin Shukla, a policyholder, faced rejection of his health insurance claim. He wrote on X (formerly Twitter) that Care Health Insurance denied his claim of Rs 10,000 despite him paying an annual premium of Rs 65,000. Other X users also shared similar experiences with different insurance companies. Some users advise Shukla to be careful while selecting the health insurance policy.
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Don’t drive without third party insurance: It's mandatory and can save you from crippling liabilities
It’s mandatory, affordable, and your best defence against crippling liabilities.
India’s low-cost healthcare fuels NRI medical tourism boom: Report
Surgeries and medicines at a fraction of the prices overseas, insurance cover at much lower premiums, and cultural familiarity are some factors attracting non-resident Indians (NRIs) to India for medical services. A Policybazaar report sheds light on India’s medical tourism sector, expected to grow to $13 billion in 2026.
61% young buyers want health insurance, 37% see cashless network as important factor, finds HDFC Ergo report
Conducive regulations, technological advancements, and evolving consumer attitudes are driving India’s health insurance landscape. As the younger generations are a promising demographic propelling the industry, a study by HDFC ERGO explores their mindsets. According to the report, 24% want clear and easy policy terms and conditions on their insurance documents.
