Page 5 - Health Insurance
After Venus Williams' remark, a look at athletes' health insurance
Venus Williams' recent singles win at the DC Open showcased her longevity and brought attention to health coverage for aging athletes following a joking comment she made in an on-court interview. "I had to come back for the insurance," the five-time Wimbledon champion said after Tuesday's match, her first in 16 months. "They informed me this year that I'm on COBRA, so it's like, I got to get my benefits on." The 45-year-old Williams, who has won seven major singles titles in her career, became the second-oldest woman to win a tour-level singles match in professional tennis with Tuesday's victory. After losing on Thursday, she acknowledged that her comment on health insurance was a "fun and funny moment." The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, more commonly referred to as COBRA, allows Americans to stay on their employer's insurance plan for a limited amount of time after leaving their job. It comes with high costs. Williams' comment led to questions about health insur
Planning to port your health insurance policy? When and how to do it
Porting lets you switch insurers without losing key benefits. But experts warn it requires planning and careful comparisons
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ManipalCigna to expand Tamil Nadu reach as Sarvah drives new business
Sarvah, ManipalCigna's flagship plan, accounted for 52 per cent of new business in Tamil Nadu in early 2025 as the company plans 10 new branches and 10,000 advisors
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InGovern flags governance concerns at REL, questions ESOP clawback
InGovern Research Services has raised governance issues at Religare Enterprises, focusing on potential conflicts at Care Health Insurance and opacity over Rashmi Saluja's ESOP clawback
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Finance ministry seeks Claims portal control from health ministry
The department of financial services, under the ministry of finance has sought the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) regarding the same
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61% of young Indians prioritise health insurance amid rising costs: Report
Survey shows 61% of millennials and Gen Z in India see health insurance as a key part of financial planning, driven by rising medical costs and demand for wellness benefits.
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Pick the right health insurance plan for you based on your requirements
The following plans and premiums are for young male, non-smoker males living in a city
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Evaluate OPD plans on sum insured, coverage, sub-limit, and network
Estimate your annual OPD expenses to decide suitable sum insured
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Irdai flags issues at 8 insurers over health master circular norms
Regulator begins phased inspections of health insurers; issues linked to claims settlement and compliance with the new Health Insurance Master Circular
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What are the best health insurance plans in the market for you?
The following plans and premiums are for young male, non-smoker males living in a city
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Life insurers' new business premium up 13% in May; non-life firms rise 6.3%
Standalone health insurers record nearly 10% Y-o-Y growth at Rs 2,916.75 cr
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We should just go for unified licences; must open up distribution: Singhel
Human memory is very short. The demand for health insurance is still fine, we still have a double digit growth, Tapan Singhel said
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Niva Bupa share price drops 11% in trade on Monday, June 2; here's why
Niva Bupa share price fell on the back of a huge bulk deal. As soon as the market opened, 198.30 million or 10.85 per cent of total equity of Niva Bupa at ₹82.4 worth ₹1,634 cr changed hands on BSE
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What are the best health insurance rates for young men under the age of 30?
It is always a good idea to invest in a good health insurance plan that can take on the burden of a serious ailment
Mental health insurance in India seems fine, until you read the fine print
Treatment is supported in extreme cases; insurance system 'designed to fail': Expert
 "Mental health insurance in India seems fine, until you read the fine print")
Top industrialists unite to fund ₹50 crore health cover for SC lawyers
Leading Indian business figures donate ₹50 crore for a free health insurance scheme benefiting Supreme Court Bar Association lawyers, covering families, pre-existing conditions, and more
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Unlimited health cover is helpful, but ensure your plan has these features
Unlimited health insurance is beneficial but not enough; policyholders must opt for plans with recharge, cumulative bonus and super top-up features to beat medical inflation
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Check out the best health insurance premiums available for young men
No matter how fit you think you are, it is always a good idea to invest in a good health insurance plan that can take on the burden of a serious ailment
How to make health insurance healthy: Curb frauds with healthcare regulator
A healthcare regulator on the lines of the Real Estate Regulatory Authority could standardise hospital pricing and treatment protocols, and reduce frauds
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