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Do you cover Pre-existing diseases?
Can I have an Insurance cover higher than Rs 3 lakh for individual or Rs 5 lakh for others?
How do I select the appropriate cover amount?
Does a higher cover mean preferential treatment in case of hospitalisation & claim?
Can I have a health insurance cover of less than Rs 2 lakh?
Does a higher cover guarantee better protection?
Which diseases are not covered and till what term from the start date of the policy?
Am I entitled for cover immediately after I take my policy?
I have a family of more than four members, would I need to buy an additional policy?
Do you cover Pre-existing diseases?
Pre-existing diseases are covered subject to sub-limits and waiting period. These diseases are covered after 4 years provided the policy is renewed with us for the said period.
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Can I have an Insurance cover higher than Rs 3 lakh for individual or Rs 5 lakh for others?
We currently do not provide an Insurance cover higher than Rs 3 lakh for individual or Rs 5 lakh for others.
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How do I select the appropriate cover amount?
The appropriate cover amount ought to be determined on the basis of the following factors:
Your age : Age is a critical factor for determining the cover since health risk increases with age.
Pre-existing / hereditary diseases : Pre-existing diseases are covered subject to sub-limits and waiting period.
For example: A person whose parents suffer from Diabetes is more prone to the disease, so we recommend a higher cover at an early age so that the pre-existing also gets covered.
Moreover, also consider your financial status and lifestyle before selecting the coverage amount.
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Does a higher cover mean preferential treatment in case of hospitalisation & claim?
No, a higher cover does not entitle you to preferential treatment. Irrespective of the insurance cover you buy - either a Rs. 2 lakh cover or a Rs. 4 lakh cover - you would get high quality service and treatment at our network hospitals.
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Can I have a health insurance cover of less than Rs 2 lakh?
Yes. You may buy Family Floater Health Insurance for 1 individual which offers a sum insured of Rs. 1 Lakh.
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Does a higher cover guarantee better protection?
A higher cover protects you from a medical emergency which can burn a hole in your procket. Today, people are more prone to various ailments and health problems due to fast-paced lifestyle and erratic schedules. Rising medical cost is a major deterrent, and thus, a higher cover would guarantee you a better protection.
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Which diseases are not covered and till what term from the start date of the policy?
Pre-existing diseases are covered subject to sub-limits and waiting period. These diseases are covered after 4 years provided the policy is renewed with us for the said period.
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Am I entitled for cover immediately after I take my policy?
For the first 30 days after your policy is activated, you would avail of accidental cover immediately. However, you would not be entitled for any cover for sickness.
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I have a family of more than four members, would I need to buy an additional policy?
One policy covers a family of four - defined as self, spouse and dependent children. If adults/children are more than 2, you need to buy an additional policy for each of the additional members.
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