Health Insurance Scheme
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Bhagwant Mann govt's 'Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna' saves Mandoli mechanic from Rs 90,000 medical debt
India | Mar 15, 2026, 02:18 PM ISTBy providing cashless coverage of up to Rs 10 lakh per eligible family annually, the scheme aims to prevent medical emergencies from turning into long-term financial setbacks for working families across Punjab.
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Here’s How Do Pre-Existing Conditions Affect Health Insurance for Senior Citizens
Brand Content | Apr 28, 2025, 08:51 PM ISTMost insurance policies impose a waiting period—usually between 12 and 48 months—before pre-existing conditions are covered. During this period, treatment costs related to these conditions are not reimbursed.
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7 Common insurance mistakes that can jeopardise your financial security
Business | Mar 07, 2025, 11:33 PM ISTInsurance is a vital part of financial planning, offering protection against unforeseen events. However, common insurance mistakes—like not reviewing coverage needs, ignoring policy details, or failing to compare plans—can leave you vulnerable.
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Health insurance portability: How to switch providers for better coverage, services | Know here
Personal Finance | Jan 19, 2025, 05:52 PM ISTKnow how to switch your health insurance provider without losing benefits. Understand IRDAI's portability guidelines, when to opt for portability, and how to retain benefits like waiting periods.
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How to ensure fair grievance redressal for health insurance claims? Know here
Personal Finance | Jan 09, 2025, 08:59 PM ISTKnow about IRDAI’s latest health insurance guidelines designed to simplify the claims process and protect policyholders from unfair rejections. Discover key updates, including no claim rejection due to insufficient documentation and mandatory written explanations for rejections.
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GST Council postpones decision on reducing tax for life, health insurance premiums
Business | Dec 21, 2024, 02:41 PM ISTThe GST Council has postponed its decision on reducing tax rates for life and health insurance premiums. With further deliberations planned for January, key proposals include exemptions on term life insurance and premiums for senior citizens.
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What is Ayushman Bharat health cover for senior citizens? | Know eligibility criteria, other details
India | Sep 12, 2024, 01:13 PM ISTAyushman Bharat health insurance: Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY) under the flagship scheme Ayushman Bharat is the world’s largest health insurance scheme fully financed by the government.
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Health Insurance: 10 most important things to keep in mind before buying a plan
Business | Sep 10, 2024, 11:05 AM ISTHealth insurance is an essential tool for financial protection against rising medical costs in India. By carefully choosing the right plan, people can ensure they are adequately protected against unforeseen health-related expenses.
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Maharashtra to provide Rs 5 lakh insurance coverage for all from July: Check eligibility, hospitals
Maharashtra | Jun 18, 2024, 01:34 PM ISTLaunching on July 1, MJPJAY 2.0 will offer universal health coverage to all state residents with valid ration cards and domicile certificates, increasing family coverage from Rs 1.5 lakh to Rs 5 lakh. The scheme expands covered procedures to 1,356 and empaneled hospitals to 1,900.
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IRDAI mandates additional costs for insurers on late health claim settlements
Personal Finance | Jun 14, 2024, 01:15 PM ISTThe Insurance Regulatory Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has introduced new customer-friendly measures for health insurance. Insurers must now cover additional costs if claims are not settled within three hours of discharge.
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'Home for each poor family, welfare schemes': MP CM claims 10 revolutionary steps of his govt
Madhya Pradesh | Aug 18, 2023, 05:50 PM ISTAddressing people on the occasion of 77th Independence Day in Lal Parade Ground, Chouhan said his government has taken several revolutionary steps that paved the way for making life of people belonging to every section better.
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CM Yogi Adityanath announces two insurance schemes for UP laborers
India | May 02, 2021, 12:36 PM ISTUttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced two insurance schemes for laborers of UP.
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Coronavirus Pandemic: This Health Insurance Policy Covers Treatment For COVID-19
Business | Mar 23, 2020, 01:48 PM ISTThe novel coronavirus infection has impacted thousands of people worldwide. For those impacted, the stress goes beyond health and involves high medical costs, loss of pay (in some case) and associated financial stress. It is important for people to be aware that if they have a regular health insurance plan from any insurer paying for medical costs either through a cashless facility or reimbursement, all illnesses including Covid-19 are covered.
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171 hospitals de-empanelled, Rs 4.5 cr in penalties imposed for fraud under Ayushman Bharat
India | Jan 04, 2020, 10:19 AM ISTA total 171 hospitals have been de-empanelled and penalties to the tune of Rs 4.5 crore have been imposed on hospitals for allegedly committed fraud and indulging in malcpractices under the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme, the apex body implementing it said on Friday.
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Punjab rolls out mega health insurance scheme, says will cover 76 percent of state's population
India | Aug 20, 2019, 09:14 PM ISTThe Punjab government on Tuesday rolled out a mega health insurance scheme clubbing the Centre’s Ayushman Bharat plan with its own, a combination which it said will benefit 46 lakh families covering 76 per cent of the state’s population.
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West Bengal CM Mamata refuses to contribute funds to 'Modicare'
India | Feb 14, 2018, 03:24 PM ISTThe firebrand leader said that West Bengal already has a health insurance scheme Swasthya Sathi programme in place for around 50 lakh people, who are government employees and contractual or casual labourers.
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Buy a heart insurance plan this Valentine's Day
Business | Mar 20, 2018, 02:06 PM ISTThis Valentine’s Day, drop your plan of gifting jewellery to your better half. Buy her a heart insurance plan instead; we promise you this will be one gift that she will cherish for years to come!
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Government to launch unique health insurance scheme
India | Sep 29, 2014, 04:14 PM ISTNew Delhi: A unique health insurance scheme would be part of the proposed Universal Health Assurance Mission (UHAM) of the central government, Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan Monday said."The health insurance scheme of the UHAM
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UP wins 'most improved state' award under health insurance scheme
India | Apr 06, 2013, 04:24 PM ISTLucknow, Apr 6: In a first, Uttar Pradesh has been selected as the "most improved state" under the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). The award would be handed over to Alok Kumar, the scheme's CEO