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Types of Health Insurance Riders

What is a Health Insurance Rider: Types and Benefits

Your base policy covers multiple medical expenses, but there can be a few exceptions. This is where a health insurance rider comes in to cover additional costs, such as maternity expenses, consumables, and so on.

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Time Limit for Filing a Health Insurance Claim

Time Limit for Filing a Health Insurance Claim

Filing your health insurance claim on time ensures quick settlement and prevents rejection. Learn the deadlines for cashless, reimbursement, OPD, and post-hospitalization claims with a simple guide to documentation and IRDAI rules.

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Documents Required for Health Insurance Claims

What Are The Documents Required for Health Insurance Claims?

Submitting the right documents is crucial for smooth health insurance claim settlement. This guide explains the essential documents required for health insurance claim, covering both cashless and reimbursement processes.

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Star Health Insurance Claim Status

How to Check Star Health Insurance Claim Status?

Track your Star Health Insurance claim status easily via website, mobile app, WhatsApp, or toll-free number. Learn the step-by-step process, required documents, and tips for a smooth claim experience.

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Cashless Health Insurance

What is Cashless Health Insurance?

Cashless health insurance is an excellent facility that helps reduce your financial burden by ensuring insurers settle your medical bills. So, is it worth it and are there any limitations? This comprehensive guide discusses everything in detail.

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Health Insurance for Diabetes

Does Health Insurance Cover Diabetes in India?

Wondering if health insurance covers diabetes in India? The short answer is yes, but with conditions. Learn about waiting periods, coverage options for Type 1 & Type 2 diabetes, popular plans, and Ditto’s expert advice in this guide.

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AYUSH Health Insurance Eligibility

AYUSH Health Insurance Eligibility in 2025

AYUSH health insurance now comes standard in all health plans. From Ayurveda to Homeopathy, coverage applies if you meet IRDAI’s 2025 eligibility rules - 24+ hours hospitalization, certified AYUSH hospitals, and proper treatment records.

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Kidney Stones Waiting Period

How Long Is the Waiting Period for Kidney Stones in India?

At Ditto, we help you understand the waiting period for kidney stone treatment under health insurance in India, how specific illnesses and PED waits work, and how to reduce them with the right plans or add-ons for faster, more effective coverage.

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Is Pregnancy Covered in Health Insurance?

Is Pregnancy Covered in Health Insurance?

At Ditto, we guide you in choosing maternity insurance policies in India that cover delivery charges, new born care, vaccinations, and more to support your family planning journey.

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Health Insurance for Heart Patients

Health Insurance for Heart Patients

Heart disease is a growing concern, and treatment expenses can be overwhelming without proper coverage. This guide explains how health insurance for heart patients works, whether you are diagnosed before or after buying a policy.

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Cancer Health Insurance in India

Cancer Health Insurance in India 2025

Cancer treatment costs are rising in 2025. The right health insurance plan in India covers chemo, radiation & hospital bills - buy early to stay protected.

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Health Insurance Tax Benefit in Old and New Tax Regime

Health Insurance Tax Benefit in Old and New Tax Regime

Health insurance not only covers medical costs but also offers tax savings under Section 80D. The old regime allows deductions up to ₹1,00,000, while the new regime offers none. Compare health insurance tax benefits in old and new tax regime to choose wisely.

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