Insurance regulator Irdai pushing companies to provide health coverage to all

[ MUMBAI: Insurance regulator Irdai is pushing companies to ensure that health covers are available to all age groups, as well as those with pre-existing diseases, mental health issues and women, to ensure that there is greater coverage and no one is denied the facility.While the regulations have been tweaked, many are interpreting it to … Read more

IRDAI removes age limit on health insurance policies

[ NEW DELHI: Insurance regulator IRDAI has removed the age limit of 65 years for purchasing health insurance policies in order to provide enough protection from healthcare expenses to senior citizens and to broaden the market.Earlier, individuals were allowed to buy a new insurance policy only till the age of 65 as per the guidelines.IRDAI … Read more