HOW TO CHOOSE HEALTH INSURANCE
What is the difference between deductible, co-payment in a health insurance policy
If you are confused by personal finance terms, jargon and calculations, here’s a new series to simplify and deconstruct these for you. In the fifth part of this series, ET Wealth explains the difference between deductible and co-payment.
New tax regime to old tax regime: How to choose old income tax regime when filing ITR for FY2023-24
New tax regime to old tax regime: Starting from April 1, 2023, if a taxpayer has not opted for the old tax system, their employer will deduct tax from their salary according to the new tax system. This change is because the new tax system will be the automatic choice for the fiscal year 2023-24.
Is your medical claim stuck? Find out why you face problems in health insurance claim settlement and how to avoid them
While health insurers can sometimes be blamed putting customers through unending hardship in clearing claims, many a times it’s the policyholder who is at fault. A significant portion of these health insurance claim rejections can be prevented by asking the right questions during policy selection, carefully reviewing policy documents, and conducting thorough research. This article explores common health insurance claim rejection scenarios and explains how to avoid them.
6 questions to ask while buying a health insurance policy to avoid claim rejections later
How to buy the right health insurance policy that will pay for your claims on time? You can avert claim rejections by asking the important questions at the time of buying health insurance and reading the policy details and fine print carefully. Ask these questions while purchasing a health plan or at the time of filling a proposal form.
Investment portfolio: Use current rally to get rid of underperformers, increase SIPs by 10% every year to achieve long-term goals faster
The Portfolio Doctor assesses the health of the fund portfolio, examines the schemes and their suitability with regard to the goals and, if required, recommends corrective measures. The advice given is based on the performance of the funds, the risk profile of the investor as well as his financial goals.
How to cut income tax outgo by Rs 75,000 with NPS, health insurance
How to reduce income tax outgo: Sudhir Kaushik of TaxSpanner.com tells readers how they can optimise their tax by rejigging their incomes and investments. TaxSpanner estimates that Tuteja can reduce his tax by around Rs.75,000 if his company offers him some tax-free emoluments as well as the NPS benefit. Tuteja also needs to invest in the pension scheme on his own, buy health insurance for his parents, and avoid booking taxable capital gains.
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New govt digital locker to store, access, share your medical history: What is ABHA number, eligibility, benefits, how to enrol
ABHA ID card or health ID: Gone are the days when you need to save each and every documents of your medical record for your treatment and insurance. The Centre has introduced ABHA number or health ID, a unique 14-digit number, that will act as your digital health locker. You can easily store and share prescriptions, reports, and bills electronically in Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA). This simplifies managing healthcare for yourself and loved ones, ensuring crucial records are always accessible for diagnosis, treatment, and insurance claims. ET Wealth Online explains — what is ABHA number or health ID, how ABHA number works, how ABHA number will benefit you. Read here
Star Health looking to grow 18%, improve claims ratio by 50 bps: Anand Roy, CEO
Star Health & Allied Insurance expects 18-20% growth in gross written premiums this year, aiming to double premium income in four years. CEO Anand Roy discussed the company's strategies with Shilpy Sinha.
The Life Insurance Rule: How much money will your family need if your income stops?
Life insurance rule: A common rule of thumb for life insurance coverage is to have a life insurance policy that is at least 10 times your current income. This coverage should take into account any outstanding debts and loans you have. By following this rule, you can estimate the income your family would need to maintain their standard of living if you were to pass away.
I am a retired person; I have a health insurance cover of Rs 5 lakh. Should I get a super top-up health insurance plan?
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Taking a home loan? 5 ways you can reduce cost of borrowing and save money
The longer the tenure of a loan, the higher the interest burden. Home loan rates will not come down as the RBI has kept policy rates unchanged. If you are planning to buy a house with a loan, ET Wealth suggests some ways to reduce the cost of borrowing.
Not just employers with benefits! India Inc looks to be more to woo talent
Corporate India is offering new-age benefits, realizing that attracting and retaining talent requires more than just high salaries. Cos offer new-age perks like cash for self-development, health insurance for siblings and pet care to woo talent
NHCX, a single portal for all health insurance claims soon: what is the claims process, benefits to policyholders
The digital platform, to be launched in 2-3 months, will speed up and standardise claim settlement process, leading to cost benefits for the insured.
One portal for all health insurance claims: How claim settlement process will change with NHCX
NHCX is a digital platform developed by the National Health Authority and Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare as part of the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission. It is being created on the recommendation of the joint working group of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (Irdai) and NHA.It brings all the players involved in the claim process, including payers and providers, to one place. Irdai has urged all the players to onboard the platform, and many have already done (Text by Riju Mehta/ET Bureau).
How NRIs can extract maximum value from voluntary deductible in their health insurance
Indian software engineer Ravi moved to the US for a career opportunity but overlooked his health insurance policy in India. After realizing the importance of coverage during visits, he reinstated his Indian policy for financial security and peace of mind.
Health insurance premiums can be reduced if you don’t make a claim, policy cancellations to be less costly and more: 5 rule changes
Health insurance rule changes: To make health insurance policy more inclusive, flexible and customer-friendly, IRDAI has recently released a master circular on health insurance business. The regulator introduces new measures regarding cancellation charges, standardising no-claim bonus, and increasing claim settlement transparency. ET Wealth Online explores how these regulations empower policyholders and improve their health insurance experience.
Why has Quant Large Cap fund been an outperformer? Shweta Rajani answers
I will highlight two-three points over here. One is definitely a size advantage that a Quant would have, so I am talking about a thousand crore fund versus a 35,000 crore fund, so that helps in the agility of the fund manager to actively manage.
Health insurance claim rule change: Cashless claims must be cleared in 3 hours; insurer to pay hospital charges for delay in discharge, says IRDAI
Health insurance: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has released a master circular to streamline health insurance claim process. Previously, delays in claim approvals forced patients to stay in hospitals longer. Now, insurers have three hours to approve cashless discharge requests. Additionally, insurers will be liable for extra hospital charges due to delays.
Health insurance new rule: You will get full coverage during grace period even if premium is unpaid, mandates IRDAI
New health insurance rule: To bring some much-needed relief to health insurance policyholders, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has released a master circular on Health Insurance Business. Typically, most health insurance plans offer a grace period, a buffer to pay premium of your insurance policy. Earlier, health insurance grace period offered a buffer to pay premiums but no coverage for claims during that time. IRDAI's new rule mandates coverage during the grace period. What changes for the health insurance policyholders. How is this new move going to impact them? Read here to find out.
Not a market for bargain hunters; look beyond June 4 for investment opportunities in next five years: Abhay Agarwal
Abhay Agarwal, Founder & Fund Manager at Piper Serica, discusses market focus on earnings, growth, and India's economic potential post-event. Grasim's expansion into the paint segment and Titan's nervousness are key points. Agarwal also says he expects the Birla Group will get re-rated because of various things they are doing like the Novelis IPO which was pending for a long time, which will unlock capital for Hindalco.
Maternity insurance: 5 things to know
Maternity Insurance is a type of health insurance policy that offers coverage for all pregnancy-related expenses.
Empowering senior citizens: The crucial role of health insurance in India
Recent IRDAI regulations in India aim to empower senior citizens through accessible health insurance options, including coverage for Ayush treatments, aggregate deductibles for cost-sharing, and comprehensive rider packages for additional benefits. Assessing needs and selecting the right plan are essential for personalized and comprehensive health coverage.
Sanjiv Bajaj on right way to go in getting health insurance, rising premia & more
Sanjiv Bajaj elaborates on the factors contributing to premium increases, including health inflation and GST. He also provides insights on the health insurance porting process, emphasizing the importance of policy porting and health declarations.
Weight loss diet: This classic burger may help you lose weight. Check protein, calories details
McDonald's Classic Burger paired with a side of apple slices and unsweetened iced tea is helpful for calories and protein intakes and a smart option for those who want to lose weight lose.
Health insurance premium shot up over 25% last year for 52% policyholders, finds survey; here's how the impact can be reduced
Health insurance: Premiums of health insurance policies went up by more than 25% for 52% policyholders in India over the last 12 months. In this article we tell you how this will impact senior citizens and others and how you can take steps to reduce its impact if you are a new health insurance policy buyer.
HDFC Ergo withdraws 3 health insurance policies: How will it impact policyholders? Will premiums increase?
In a move impacting existing policyholders, HDFC Ergo discontinues its my:health Suraksha health insurance plans. The insurer will migrate customers to alternative policy. Key concerns for existing customers include changes in premiums, coverage details, and potential loss of renewal benefits. ET Wealth Online delves into how this will affect renewals, benefits, and the migration process. Customers of HDFC Ergo my:health Suraksha health plans must know these details
Health insurance rules changed for senior citizens: Be ready for a 10-15% hike in health insurance premiums
In a major reform, Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has removed the ceiling of 65 years for a person to buy a health insurance policy. Additionally, the waiting period for pre-existing conditions has been reduced from four to three years. Both these rules have been effective from April 1, 2024. Will these new rules help uninsured senior citizens get health coverage? How easy is it now to buy a health insurance policy for the first time at the age of, say, 70? Find out here
Low charges, high returns, income tax benefits — 5 reasons to choose NPS for retirement planning
The NPS for the general public completes 15 years this week. Over the years, the NPS has undergone many changes and become more investor friendly. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has made the scheme more flexible and introduced new features. It has also made it easier to open an NPS account. Here are five reasons why you should invest in it.
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