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An increase in the cost of non-covid claims could have an impact on the loss ratio which in turn could increase the health insurance premium rates
Incurred Claim Ratio (ICR) is the total value of every claim divided by the total premium collected by the insurer during a particular time period
For Covid recovered patients there will be some waiting period and medical checks before offering insurance, depending on the severity of the case.
The pandemic has acted as a catalyst, for increased awareness and importance of insurance
Shreeraj Deshpande, COO, Future Generali: The hospitalisation cost of non-covid claims has increased which can lead to an increase in premium rates.
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The PMJJBY provides a life cover of Rs 2 lakh for a premium of less than Rs 1 per day, PMSBY covers accidental risks
The premium paid per year increases if one chooses a limited premium payment period, say for 10 years rather than throughout the cover period
It is critical to note that insurers don't offer job loss insurance as a standalone benefit. It's an add-on facility