ARTICLE ON MEDICAL INSURANCE
Will short-term headwinds impact long-term potential? 6 stocks from hospital sector with upside potential of up to 30%
After outperforming the market, stocks from the healthcare sector or what is more commonly called hospital sector have gone into consolidation mode. The consolidation has been prompted by the fact that voices have been raised about differential pricing in the services of the hospitals. The matter has reached the Supreme Court and will be heard. Given the fact that while medicine is a science but in real life as practice it has an element of art in it. For example, a hospital who has a renowned surgeon from any branch, be it cardio, neuro on its roll may charge up more for the same surgery as compared to others. While the moral debate is on one side, there is another side to the story. In a country like India, the healthcare infrastructure needs vast expansion and upgradation. To some extent the street is ruthless and does not have much moral obligation.
What's alternative therapies? Understanding benefits, risks, and differences from traditional medication
Alternative therapies, from acupuncture to yoga, aim to treat the whole person and restore balance. They offer advantages such as prevention and fewer side effects compared to conventional medicine. However, limitations include a lack of scientific evidence, insurance coverage, and standardized training among practitioners. It's vital for individuals to consult healthcare professionals before pursuing alternative treatments.
Navigating travel insurance for parents visiting the USA from India
Travel insurance is crucial for parents visiting the USA from India due to expensive healthcare. OnshoreKare is a US-based insurance provider offering comprehensive plans with coverage for pre-existing conditions and access to PPO network and local insurance provider helplines.
4 reasons to check the waiting period in a health insurance policy
Waiting period is a term in health insurance that determines the period of time a policyholder must wait to reap the benefits of the policy. When it comes to a senior citizen's Mediclaim policy, the waiting period often involves complexities. This article sheds some insights into four key reasons for checking the waiting period, especially in a Senior Citizen Health Insurance policy.
Tesla launched its own car insurance. These drivers say it's a lemon.
Customer complaints against auto insurance companies aren’t uncommon. And there’s no way to know exactly how many have been made against Tesla Insurance and how its record compares with competitors’. That’s in part because regulators in some states where it does business – including California, Utah, Illinois and Virginia – consider details of complaints confidential.
From coastal trading town to high-tech hub: Dubai’s transformation through entrepreneurial stories
Long-time business families, recent entrepreneurs and investors in Dubai share insights into the city's transformation, highlighting business opportunities and challenges.
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Ultratech Cement, JSW Steel, 2 other large cap stocks surpass 100-Day SMA
The stock market marked a significant day on September 29 as several large-cap stocks exhibited strength by crossing their 100-day Simple Moving Averages (SMA).
Innovation and Research: The Vital Work of Healthcare Management Scientists
Healthcare management scientists are professionals in the medical and research fields who focus on expanding their understanding of the health sector through research. They work on various research projects, including data collection, disease study, genetic predisposition analysis, and the development of new medical equipment. After completing health science coursework, individuals can pursue careers as home health aides, surgical technologists, human service assistants, radiologic specialists, or community health specialists. Healthcare scientists can work in hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies, government agencies, consulting firms, and insurance companies. The salary for healthcare scientists varies based on experience and job category.
From CEOs to Managers: Diverse Career Avenues for MBA Healthcare Management Graduates
The MBA Healthcare Management program offers a wide range of employment options with starting salaries ranging from 2 lakh to 10 lakh per year. Graduates can pursue careers in hospital management, administration, medical practice management, and pharmaceutical production management. The inclusion of technologies like AI and IoT in the curriculum expands the program's reach. The healthcare sector is growing at a rate three times faster than India's GDP, creating more job opportunities for MBA graduates. Top recruiters in this field include Apollo, Fortis, and Medanta.
Looking for a healthy portfolio amid volatility? 8 stocks from hospital space with upside scope of up to 27%
One sector which has performed extremely well in the last two years has been hospital space. If one looks at the post listing performance of the IPOs which have come from this space, it is clear that both domestic and institutional investors are ready to pay a premium to have these stocks in their portfolio. The reason healthcare companies are bound to see growth, because average spend on healthcare will increase due to expansion of insurance and spending by the government.
Travel Insurance: What it covers and when to buy it
With travel gradually resuming, people are buying travel insurance to safeguard their investments against COVID-19-related cancellations, flight delays, and extreme weather events. Travel insurance provides coverage for unexpected events such as strikes, natural disasters, and terrorist attacks. Medical coverage is generally included in policies and is particularly useful when travelling abroad.
Dubai Healthcare City: A Hub For Medical Services In The UAE
Dubai’s healthcare market, that’s anticipated to touch 19.5bn this year from 15bn in 2018, will play a pivotal role in catapulting the Middle East and Nor...
Arab Health 2020 brings together the medical technology industry and medical practitioners in Dubai
The 45th edition of Arab Health, the Middle East’s largest healthcare event, kicks off on Monday to be held at Dubai World Trade Centre and 55,000 visitors ...
Amid a surge in H3N2 and COVID-19 cases, investing in a robust health insurance plan can protect you against rising medical costs
India seems to be under the grip of a toxic mix of viruses. Amid a deadly strain of viruses and rising healthcare costs, now is the time to invest in a quality health insurance plan. Here’s a look at why and what.
Eating disorders have doubled among young adults, since the pandemic: Study
The Covid-19 has led to a decline in mental health among teens.
Here’s what millennials need to know about smart tax savings plans and products
Are you a young salaried professional, whose investment and tax-saving strategy is the result of a mix of impulse and instinct, without adequate time and thought invested in much-needed planning for his taxes? While tracking the latest developments in the Indian tax landscape, we demystify the overarching differences between the old and the new tax regime to help you choose the best option.
How to financially empower your women domestic helpers
Lend them a helping hand by making them more financially literate and providing financial assistance when they need it, says ETWealth
Why even ultra HNIs need to look beyond investment return maximisation
Even those who have a substantial corpus are still worried about their future. These are the people who keep asking us whether their future is secure and whether they are well funded. We find it incredulous that such people can have anxiety regarding their finances, especially when it is clear that they have enough money for everything they can think of.
Nine things every smart woman should know about money
One of the very important aspects of investments is Nomination. Nomination helps one to get charge/ ownership depending upon the investment and its value to be transferred to its ultimate beneficiary.
Air Pollution in Delhi: Plea filed before HC seeking Rs 15 lakh compensation, medical insurance
He has contended that pollution is the root cause of various diseases as it severely affects human health. Air pollution specifically leads to adverse impacts on human health and results in chronic headache, eye irritation, skin irritation, problems in respiratory functions as well as associated morbidity, the petition has stated.
Instead of household items, give labourers welfare schemes like insurance and pension: Government
The directive, dated March 22, 2021, has been sent to top state government officers after some instances of state welfare boards incurring expenditure on distribution of household items such as lanterns, blankets, umbrellas, tool-kits, utensils, cycles and similar other articles instead of on tangible welfare measures such as life insurance, health insurance, disability cover, maternity benefits and old-age pensions for the workers came to the forefront.
Budget 2021 could give more tax relief on medical expenditure, insurance in wake of Covid
Considering the present situation, the common man expects the Finance Minister to liberalise provisions of section 80D and expand its scope to include medical expenditure incurred by taxpayers on COVID-19 or any other ailment , without the restriction of age or availability of medical insurance.
Contract of insurance is of utmost good faith, says Supreme Court
The apex court said this while setting aside the March this year verdict of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) which had dismissed the plea of an insurance firm against the order asking it to pay full death claim along with interest to the mother of the deceased.
Advantage of term insurance over other types of life insurance
Term insurance plans are the simplest and most affordable form of life insurance.
BJP gets cracking on Maharashtra, Haryana, Jharkhand elections
BJP to hold meeting of national general secretaries to discuss assembly polls.
ITC, Tatas, others tapped for J&K’s first investors summit
Government also plans to bring in investors from Middle East, Malaysia and Singapore.
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