Health insurance
1 in 5 Australians raise health excess to pocket savings on premiums
1 in 5 Australians raise health excess to pocket savings on premiums
Gen Z respondents were the most likely to raise their excess at 30%.
Bupa Hong Kong introduces Blua Health Pass to expand affordable coverage
Customers can access discounted rates of up to 67% across 380 service points.
AXA China Region partners with Hainan zone on medical insurance
The insurer also partnered with China Biotech Services Holdings.
AXA Hong Kong and Macau unveils cross-border health management
The network includes over 500 doctors and 30 specialist services.
Hong Kong Federation of Insurers signs research pact with PolyU on claims data trends
This is because of medical inflation rising to 10.3% in 2024.
Foreigners drive 150% surge in health insurance uptake in India
The growth is strongest amongst women and non-residents.
Swiss Re appoints Abrokwah to lead L&H Japan
He joins from Swiss Re’s US L&H business.
Swiss Re reports Asia’s protection gaps hit $390b in 2024
China leads with a $143b health protection gap.
Australians waste dental benefits by skipping no-gap cover
Using a no-gap provider twice a year could save individuals $124.78 annually.
Hongkongers link insurance to better ageing health outcomes
43% expect to spend more on medication.
Japan health ministry plans upfront premiums for foreigners
The measure targets low payment compliance amongst foreign residents.
AIA launches GlobalFlexi plan with 6.5% return potential
The plan also includes a Health Impairment Option, a first in the market.
Why do Australians rank health insurance highest on financial value?
One-fifth believe extras cover offers the best return on investment.
Taiwan expands long-term care to younger dementia patients
The current system limits coverage mainly to those aged 65 and older.
Cost, insurance limits threaten global progress in HIV treatment
Japan’s lack of generic PrEP options has made therapies inaccessible to most patients.
bolttech Insurance steadies outlook with health line shift: Fitch Ratings
Its net income dipped last year due to slower topline growth and adverse motor claims.
Australian families avoid private hospital insurance use over high gap fees
17% of couples and 15% of singles reported doing the same.
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