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STAR HEALTH
CARE HEALTH
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LIC INDIA
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  • Check room restrictions (prefer no room rent limits)
  • Avoid high co-payment clauses (don't split the bill)
  • Look for unlimited restoration benefit features
  • Verify pre-existing disease waiting period is < 3 years
  • Select insurers with a high Claim Settlement Ratio (CSR)
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How is health insurance different from term life insurance?

Health insurance covers hospital bills, medical treatments, and surgeries while you are alive. Term life insurance provides a pure, tax-free cash payout to your family if you pass away during the policy term.

What is a Claim Settlement Ratio (CSR) and why does it matter?

CSR is the percentage of total claims an insurer approves and pays out of all claims received in a year. A higher CSR (e.g., above 97%) generally indicates a more reliable claim settlement record.

What are room rent sub-limits in health insurance?

Some policies cap room charges to 1% of the sum insured per day. Exceeding this limit triggers proportionate deductions, forcing you to pay a large share of the entire hospital bill out of pocket.

What is a Zero Depreciation cover in car insurance?

Standard car insurance deducts value for wear and tear (depreciation) on parts like plastic and rubber during a claim. A Zero Depreciation add-on ensures the insurer pays 100% of the replacement parts cost.

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