‘Unfortunately, 50% of all claims…’: Food Pharmer sheds light on hidden practices in health insurance industry

‘Unfortunately, 50% of all claims…’: Food Pharmer sheds light on hidden practices in health insurance industry

The nearly 70 percent sanctioned amount of the Rs 35.95 lakh medical bill for actor Saif Ali Khan’s treatment at Lilavati Hospital has reignited debates about exorbitant healthcare costs and insurance policies in India.   Influencer Revant Himatsingka, popularly known as Food Pharmer, shed light on the hidden practices of the health insurance industry that … Read more

Insurance claims: Over 50% health cover claims faced rejection or partial approval, says survey  

Insurance claims: Over 50% health cover claims faced rejection or partial approval, says survey  

Health insurance claims: A survey conducted by LocalCircles found that over 50% of health insurance policyholders who submitted claims in the last three years experienced either rejection or partial approval. Of the policyholders surveyed who filed a claim within the same timeframe, six in 10 reported that it took between six and 48 hours for their … Read more

Health insurance: 43% policyholders faced hurdles in getting claims after treatment, finds survey

Health insurance: 43% policyholders faced hurdles in getting claims after treatment, finds survey

Almost four out of 10 patients faced hurdles to get their health insurance claim. As per a survey, 43% of health insurance policyholders, who filed a claim in the last 3 years, struggled to get the money or settle payment dues at a hospital after treatment.  The survey by LocalCircles stated that general insurance policy … Read more