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Super speciality hospital coverage ensures additional protection for treatments at respective medical centres. The majority of these super speciality hospitals deal with complicated diseases relating to heart conditions, neurological disorders, cancer, and others.

With increased medical costs, this coverage minimises financial...

To initiate the health insurance portability process, start by applying to a new insurer during the time of policy renewal. Raise a request at least 30 days before the due date to prevent a break in coverage. Enter all details...

Imagine a patient hospitalised with a severe case of dengue. They may require continuous monitoring, timely medication and round-the-clock assistance from nursing staff. In such cases, nursing care plays a vital role in the recovery process and can add significantly...

The Employees' State Insurance Scheme of India is a multi-dimensional health insurance policy that offers comprehensive medical care to insured candidates and their family members.

It covers medical supervision, treatment, medicines and injections, charges along with expert consultation and hospitalisation when...

According to the Hindustan Times, India is witnessing a growing preference for family floater plans among millennials, born between 1981 and 1996. It is due to the rising healthcare costs and increasing awareness of medical insurance plans.

However, there is a...

According to The Times of India, India continues to face a significant burden of Hepatitis B. Nearly 3% to 4% of the population carries the virus, translating to more than 10 million Indians living with chronic infections.

This highlights the importance...

According to the Ministry of Finance, Government of India February, 2026 report, the number of organ transplants in the country has increased fourfold. The country has witnessed a rise from less than 5,000 in 2013 to nearly 20,000 by 2025.

This...

According to the NITI Aayog report on senior care reforms in India, nearly 45% of the country's health challenges are anticipated to be borne by elderly members by 2030. It highlights the growing need to secure not only your parents...

Health insurance for kidney disease involves related hospitalisation expenses, dialysis and kidney transplants. Policyholders can cover these with an additional rider, such as a critical illness rider. Among basic coverage, it is important to ensure that a health insurance policy...

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that causes significant disability and difficulties in many areas of life. People suffering from this condition experience problems with school work, strained relationships, and difficulty carrying out routine activities due to chronic mood...