Health insurance
AXA Philippines launches new health plan for critical illnesses
AXA Philippines launches new health plan for critical illnesses
The plan offers coverage for over 150 medical conditions.
Shriram General Insurance unveils Shri Health Suraksha Plan
The policy covers hospitalisation expenses such as room charges.
India's non-life insurers premiums surges 13% in FY 23-24
Health insurance remained the largest segment with a 40.29% share.
Aon launches life and health reinsurance practice in India
Renuka Nar has been appointed head of broking for the new practice.
GAIP and Convergence to boost capacity in climate health strategies
Both parties aim to promote blended finance.
Rate increases under review for Australia’s private health insurers
The minister did not specify the rate of increases yet.
AXA partners with Prosper Health for cross-border cancer care
Benefits include second opinions, insurance pre-approval assistance, and P-to-P transfers.
Vietnam’s Health Insurance Fund spent $6b on patient care in 2024
Over 186.2 million received medical examination and treatment.
MSIG taps Inova Care for health portfolio management
The partnership aims to address the country’s double-digit medical inflation.
Singapore’s personal accident, health insurance market to exceed $8b by 2029
PA&H insurance is forecast to rise 8.9% in 2024.
Taiwan adds 30 services to National Health Insurance benefits
These updates will benefit about 66,000 people annually.
Health insurance sector set for 8% annual growth
APAC is forecast to grow at the highest CAGR, fueled by chronic disease prevalence.
Half of Indian health insurance policyholders report claim rejections
83% of respondents also believe health insurers lack modern systems.
China’s medical insurance to deliver cheaper drugs
It has adjusted the insurance catalogue annually, now covering 3,159 drugs.
Philippine state insurer raises heart disease coverage
Filipino inpatients can avail of the coverage under two benefit packages.
New policy caps Malaysia’s health, takaful premium hikes under 10%
Medical cost inflation in Malaysia reached 15% in 2024.
Bupa Hong Kong names new head of health
He has nearly two decades of experience in the insurance industry.
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