Why do health insurance claims get rejected? Expert weighs in

Why do health insurance claims get rejected? Expert weighs in

Understanding why health insurance claims get rejected can help policyholders avoid common pitfalls. In a post on X, Nikhil Jha, an insurance advisor, listed down the key reasons:  1. Non-disclosure of pre-existing diseases and medical history Failing to disclose pre-existing conditions like diabetes or hypertension when purchasing a policy can lead to claim rejection. Insurers … Read more

I am an NRI working in the UK, can I manage the health insurance and claims of my elderly parents residing in India?

I am an NRI working in the UK, can I manage the health insurance and claims of my elderly parents residing in India?

I am an NRI working in the UK and want to purchase health insurance for my elderly parents residing in India. They are both in their late 60s and have some pre-existing conditions like hypertension and diabetes. I am concerned about the rising cost of healthcare in India and want to ensure they have comprehensive … Read more

‘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

Why insurance companies are feeling the pinch with rising cancer cases in India

Why insurance companies are feeling the pinch with rising cancer cases in India

Insurance companies are feeling the pinch amidst an increase in lung and oral cancers cases across the country. Over the past five years, the claim share for these types of cancers has surged nearly fivefold, posing financial challenges for insurers. Data from insurance aggregator PolicyBazaar showed a marked increase in insurance claims for lung and … Read more

Technology and Health Insurance Claims: How Digital Tools Are Streamlining Settlements – ET HealthWorld

Technology and Health Insurance Claims: How Digital Tools Are Streamlining Settlements – ET HealthWorld

By Siddharth Singhal Today’s digital world might heavily bank on technology, but actually, it’s the experience that you create with technology that matters after all. Especially, when you are dealing in a sensitive industry like insurance, technology should be so seamless that it fits like a missing piece of the puzzle. With growing healthcare needs … Read more