Welcome to the Insurance News section of our blog! Here, you’ll find the latest updates, trends, and significant events in the insurance industry. Our goal is to keep you informed about the most important happenings, from regulatory changes and new product launches to market trends and key industry insights.
HDFC Ergo has announced the launch of cashless post-hospitalization claims, set to roll out in the third week of December 2024 through its app, Here. As the name suggests, post-hospitalization expenses cover costs incurred on doctor consultation, diagnostic, medicine etc after a person is discharged from the hospital, provided these expenses are directly linked to … Read more
The Master Circular on Health Insurance Business is undoubtedly a customer-centric move by IRDAI, addressing key pain points from the policyholder’s perspective. The reduction in the moratorium period, extension of free Look Period, coverage during grace period etc are set to positively impact both the health insurance industry and customers.
Treatment costs under private health insurance are significantly higher compared to Ayushman Bharat. Health insurance companies pay hospitals more, while Ayushman Bharat offers package rates that are relatively low. This often leads private hospitals to prefer insured patients over Ayushman Bharat beneficiaries.
HDFC ERGO has launched Optima Wellbeing, a new OPD subscription Add on plan, in Pune. This plan offers cashless OPD services and discounts of up to 50% on diagnostics and medicines.