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Health Insurance is your shield against all medical emergencies

Being hospitalised or diagnosed with an illness can be financially devastating. Having the right health insurance coverage can provide you (and your family) with the best healthcare services and protect you from a potential bankruptcy due to rising medical expenses.

Affordable Premiums24*7 Customer SupportCashless Hospitalisation

How it works?

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Buy health insurance for yourself and your family

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Pay a premium of ₹1000 per month

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Get cashless hospitalisation coverage up to ₹5,00,000

Importance of Health Insurance

Why do you need Health Insurance?

Health insurance is critical in ensuring your family’s financial security and physical well-being. You are not only insured against unforeseen medical emergencies and high medical costs, but you also get coverage for critical illnesses and unique medical conditions.
Medical Expenses

Medical Expenses

Your health insurance covers all medical expenses: pre and post-hospitalisation

Medical Inflation

Medical Inflation

It protects you against medical inflation and ensures the highest quality healthcare services

Cashless Treatments

Cashless Treatments

It provides complete peace of mind with cashless treatments, so you do not require emergency funds during hospitalisation

Tax Exemption

Tax Exemption

You are entitled to tax exemptions under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act.

Beyond regular coverage

Beyond regular coverage

It also includes coverage for daycare treatments and critical illnesses

Why is Upstox the perfect partner for all your health insurance needs?

With our immense experience in financial services, we understand how health insurance needs are unique. With our team of experts and the latest technology tools, we will help you find the best coverage and the right premium that fits your current and future plans.

Upstox’s Health Insurance Calculator

Our state-of-the-art insurance calculator takes account of your unique healthcare and lifestyle needs (such as maternity cover and critical illness cover) and provides you with the best available plan. Upstox’s plans are based on data-driven insights that avoid over or under-insurance.

Upstox’s Health Insurance Calculator

Top Insurers with High Settlement Ratio

We have partnered with the best insurance companies in India that offer formidable customer support and the biggest networks of cashless hospitals

Top Insurers with High Settlement Ratio

Customisable Plans

Based on your family’s size, job, family plans, and other lifestyle aspects, we present a wide range of add-ons, including critical illness cover, maternity benefits, room rent waivers, and daily hospital cash.

Customisable Plans

Health Insurance for Everyone

Whether you’re a young professional, a family with children, or a senior citizen, we offer plans that meet your specific needs and ensure financial security in medical emergencies.

Health Insurance for Everyone

Simple Process and No Spamming

Buying health insurance is a hassle-free experience with Upstox. We ensure transparency, no pushy sales tactics, and a smooth onboarding process for our customers.

Simple Process and No Spamming

Top Health Insurance Plans

We have compiled a list of top insurers with the most impeccable customer support (pre and post-hospitalisation)

HDFC Ergo

HDFC Ergo

Optima Secure
Cashless Hospital Network16,000+
Claim Settlement Ratio95.30%
Claim Settlement TAT95.31%
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Niva Bupa

Niva Bupa

Aspire Diamond+
Cashless Hospital Network10,000+
Claim Settlement Ratio92.02%
Claim Settlement TAT99.97%
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Aditya Birla Health Insurance

Aditya Birla Health Insurance

Activ One Nxt
Cashless Hospital Network13,000+
Claim Settlement Ratio95.91%
Claim Settlement TAT94.59%
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Must-Know Facts About Health Insurance

Before buying or renewing health insurance, here are some important points to consider —
Young Age

Young Age

Premiums are significantly lower when you purchase health insurance at a younger age.

Cashless Network

Cashless Network

Always look for insurers that have a wide range of networks that offer cashless hospitalisation and treatment.

Coverage

Coverage

Always ask for the applicable waiting period for pre-existing conditions and maternity cover before deciding.

Sum Insured

Sum Insured

Try to factor in the rising medical costs, room rents, and other facilities before choosing the Sum Insured.

Add-ons

Add-ons

Ask for policy improvements and add-ons such as critical illness cover, daily hospital cash, and room rent waivers

Feature comparison

Feature comparison

Compare different features, coverages, hospital networks, and other aspects of your insurers on Upstox before making a decision.

Factors that affect Health Insurance Premium

Here are the critical aspects you must remember that might affect your premium and coverage
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Age

Age

Younger individuals are less likely to claim, making policies more affordable. However, these days, there are plans for senior citizens, thereby making health insurance more accessible.

Lifestyle

Lifestyle

The insurance premiums can be lower when you have a healthy (teetotaler) lifestyle and a safe working environment.

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Pre-Existing Conditions

Pre-Existing Conditions

If you are diagnosed with critical illnesses like diabetes or hypertension, it is important to inform the insurance company about them. Your premium will be on the higher side due to these conditions.

Coverage Type

Coverage Type

Comprehensive policies with add-ons like critical illness cover, maternity benefits, or room rent waivers will have higher premiums compared to basic plans.

Tenure

Tenure

If you opt for policies with longer tenures, the average premium shall be reduced considerably.

Sum Insured

Sum Insured

If you opt for a higher Sum Insured and prefer no limits on room rents, consumables, etc., the premium shall be higher.

Number of Dependents

Number of Dependents

If you’re opting for a family floater plan, the size of your family and the age of dependents will impact the premium.

Documents needed to buy Health Insurance

Keep any one accepted document ready for each proof.
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Identity proof

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PANPassportVoter IDAadhaar Card
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Medical proof

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Recent medical reportsDoctor's prescription or diagnosis for pre-existing conditions
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Address proof

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PassportVoter IDAadhaar CardProperty tax receiptElectricity, phone, gas or water bills not older than 2 months

Everything you need to know about Health Insurance

Here is a list of informative and well-researched blog posts and videos if you wish to know more about specific queries on health or other forms of insurance.

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FAQs

What is health insurance, and why is it important?

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Health insurance covers medical expenses due to illnesses or injuries. It ensures access to quality care without exhausting your savings.

What are the different types of health insurance plans available in India?

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Common types include Individual, Family Floater, Senior Citizen, Critical Illness, and Top-Up/Super Top-Up plans.

What is the waiting period for health insurance?

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It’s before certain claims are accepted—typically 30 days for new policies, and 2–4 years for pre-existing conditions

Can I port my health insurance policy to another insurer?

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Yes, you can port to another insurer without losing benefits, provided it's done before the current policy expires.

What is the difference between cashless and reimbursement claims?

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Cashless claims are settled directly by the insurer at network hospitals. Reimbursement claims require you to pay first and get reimbursed later.

Are there tax benefits associated with health insurance premiums?

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Yes, premiums are tax-deductible under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act. These are over and above the deductions allowed in Section 80C.

What factors should I consider when choosing a health insurance plan?

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Look at the coverage, network hospitals, waiting periods, exclusions, premium costs, and added benefits like maternity or critical illness cover.