Health insurance
How well do Australian’s know about tiered private hospital insurance system?
How well do Australian’s know about tiered private hospital insurance system?
13% said the tier system is as confusing as the previous insurer-specific policies.
Health insurance coverage in India projected to reach 50% by 2025
Yet, rural healthcare infrastructure and trained talents remain key challenges.
Public Accounts Committee investigates rising health premiums in closed sessions
Beginning 1 May, private clinics and hospitals will be required to display their prices.
Malaysian Re report calls for healthcare finance reform
The healthcare expenditure in Malaysia accounts for only about 4% of the GDP.
Thai council urges OIC to review new co-payment health insurance rule
The rule requires policyholders to pay up to 50% of medical expenses.
Prudential partners with Thomson Medical to expand IP specialist network
IP customers will have access to approximately 100 additional specialist doctors.
Malaysia’s healthcare system faces funding, cost challenges
The report also highlighted the key factors contributing to the escalating healthcare costs.
Cigna Healthcare appoints new APAC CEO
He previously served as Chief Financial Officer for the Asia Pacific region.
CTF Life launches outpatient insurance for GBA travel
The plan utilises the medical network of The GBA Healthcare Group.
Allianz Life expands health options, boosting hospital coverage 50%
Customers can also choose between 5% or 15% co-insurance.
Bajaj Allianz launches exclusive insurance for women
The plan covers critical illnesses, maternal and reproductive health, and wellness.
Chubb Life rolls out insurance covering ICU stays under critical illness
The plan offers coverage for 144 illnesses and four payment options.
Prudential, Vama Sundari Investments to establish health insurance firm in India
Prudential Group Holdings will hold a 70% stake in the joint venture.
Manulife partners with Prosper Health for cancer medication access
Eligible customers will have access to Manulife’s Personalised Medical Case Managers.
Maternity health insurance market to grow at 7.9% CAGR by 2032
Based on mode, online segment held the highest market share in 2023.
Manulife unveils plans with up to 400% critical illness payouts
One of its plans covers 126 critical illnesses and conditions.
Term insurance uptake by women in India rises to 18%
Salaried women make up nearly half of buyers.
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