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Concerned about increasing healthcare expenses in retirement? Our senior citizen health insurance provides extensive coverage, cashless services, and specialised support for chronic illnesses, ensuring you can relax and enjoy your retirement years confidently. Explore these plans now to enhance your healthcare in your golden years.
Reasons to Choose Care Health Insurance?
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Senior Citizen Health Insurance is a specially designed health insurance plan for individuals typically aged 60 years and above, providing comprehensive coverage for medical needs in the golden years of life. Unlike regular health insurance, these plans address age-related health risks and pre-existing conditions, ensuring seniors receive timely, high-quality care without financial stress.
At Care Health Insurance, our Senior Citizen Health Insurance plans are designed to provide comprehensive coverage for the unique healthcare needs of seniors. From in-patient care and day care procedures to pre- and post-hospitalisation expenses, annual health check-ups, AYUSH treatments, domiciliary care, ambulance services, and more, we aim to ensure our senior citizens can focus on their health and happiness without worrying about rising medical costs.
As people age, healthcare needs grow, and so do the expenses. This is where senior citizen health insurance plays a crucial role. Here are six incredible advantages that make this plan essential for elderly individuals:
Covers Pre-existing Illnesses
Various health plan for senior citizens offer reduced waiting periods, enabling quicker coverage for conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiac issues.
Cashless Hospitalisation Across a Wide Network
Get hassle-free admission and treatment at a vast network of hospitals across India, without upfront payments.
Comprehensive In-patient and Daycare Coverage
Whether it’s a major surgery or a small daycare procedure, a comprehensive health insurance plan can cover medical expenses such as room rent, ICU charges, and doctor fees.
Domiciliary Treatment and AYUSH Coverage
Senior citizens can receive treatment from the comfort of their home when hospital transfer isn’t possible, or choose alternate therapy methods like Ayurveda and Homeopathy under AYUSH benefits.
Annual Health Check-ups
Stay up to date with your health with free preventive check-ups every year, a valuable feature for disease management and early detection.
A health insurance for senior citizens is ideal for:
Even if you already have a health policy, a senior citizen health insurance policy offers additional focused protection and peace of mind.
Here's a detailed overview of the coverage offered by Care’s Senior Citizen Health Insurance plans:
| Plan Offering | Coverage Details |
|---|---|
| Sum Insured | 5L, 7L, 10L, 15L, 20L, 25L, 50L, 1Cr |
| In-Patient Care | Up to SI |
| Day Care Treatment | Up to SI |
| Room Rent | Up to SI |
| ICU | Up to SI |
| Advanced Technology Methods | Up to SI |
| Pre-Hospitalisation Medical Expenses | Up to SI, 60 days before hospitalisation |
| Post-Hospitalisation Medical Expenses | Up to SI, 90 days after discharge |
| AYUSH Treatment | Up to SI |
| Domiciliary Hospitalisation | Up to SI |
| Organ Donor Cover | Up to SI |
| Ambulance Cover | Up to SI, any transport mode, like Road or Air Ambulance |
| Cumulative Bonus | 50% of SI per year, max up to 100% of SI |
| Unlimited Automatic Recharge | Available |
| Loyalty Boost | 2X Base Sum Insured on 7 claim-free policy years |
| Medi Voucher | 2 pharmacy vouchers of Rs. 250 |
| Newborn – Wait Period Benefit | Available |
| Health Services | Discount Connect – Discounts on services such as consultations, diagnostics, maternity care, and more are available through our network. |
Note: The plan's features, coverage, and claims are governed by the policy's terms. Review the brochure, prospectus, and documents thoroughly. This feature relates to Ultimate Care Senior. Check the brochures of other plans for their features.
As one of the best health insurance companies in India, Care Health Insurance ensures optimum healthcare coverage complemented with an affordable premium. Here are some of our best health insurance plans in India:
A senior citizen health plan isn’t just about covering hospital bills; it’s about future planning, financial independence, and peace of mind. Here are some reasons to consider medical insurance for senior citizens:
Medical expenditures are rising sharply for older people across nations. Opting for a medical policy for senior citizens is the best way to keep unaffordable medical expenses at bay. Below is what we covered in it:
While Care Senior Health Insurance offers extensive protection, it’s important to understand the exclusions — or what's not covered under the policy. Here’s a quick overview:
Any medical expenses arising from self-harm, including suicide attempts or intentional injuries, are not covered.
Claims related to the consumption or abuse of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, or gutka are excluded from the policy.
Any treatment linked to pregnancy, childbirth, miscarriage, abortion, or related complications is not covered.
Expenses related to infertility evaluations, IVF, or any assisted reproduction techniques are excluded.
No coverage is provided for conditions resulting from war, riots, nuclear attacks, or civil unrest.
The policy doesn’t cover dental treatments or cosmetic surgeries unless they are required as result of an accident.
Note: Always check the detailed policy brochure and terms & conditions to understand specific exclusions and limitations before buying.
At Care, availing of a mediclaim policy for senior citizens above 60 years comes with easy terms and eligibility conditions as mentioned below:
| Parameters | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Entry Age | Child: 91 days to 24 years Adult: 1 adult must be 60 (the second adult’s age can be below 60 years). |
| Exit Age | Lifelong / Child: 25 years |
| Cover Type | Individual: Maximum of 6 persons Family Floater: Maximum up to 2 Adults, 2 Children |
| Tenure Options | 1/2/3 Years |
| Waiting Period | Initial Waiting Period: 30 days (coverage starts from the 31st day) Named Ailment Waiting Period: 24 months Waiting Period due to pre-existing diseases: 36 months |
| Relationship Covered | Self, spouse/live-in partner/same sex partner, son, daughter, father, mother, mother-in-law, father-in-law, grandfather, grandmother. |
To initiate your claim settlement, please submit the following original documents:
Before you choose your coverage, it’s good to know what influences the premium of senior citizen health insurance in India:
Navigating the various senior citizen health insurance options can be challenging. To simplify your search for the ideal mediclaim policy, consider these key factors:
Experience a seamless, secure process when you buy your senior citizen health insurance online with us.
Purchasing a senior citizen health insurance plan with Care Health Insurance is straightforward and stress-free. Simply follow these simple steps:
STEP 1
Emergency
Intimate within 24 hours of your hospitalization
Planned Hospitalization
Intimate us 48 hours prior to your hospitalization
STEP 2
Cashless
Request for pre-authorization
Reimbursement
Claim form submission
Complete the pre-authorization form available
at the hospitals' insurance/TPA Desk and send us through fax.
Approval
Approval letter sent by the claim management team
Query
Hospital/Insured to respond to the query raised by the claim management team
Rejected
You may initiate the treatment and file for reimbursement claim
Submission of claim form along with required
documents, as per the policy terms & conditions
Approval
Approval letter sent by the claim management team
Query
Insured to respond to the query raised by the claim management team
Rejected
We will communicate the reason in case of rejection
Investing in suitable health coverage significantly enhances an elderly person's quality of life by easing the burden of hospitalisation costs. Don't let these common myths deter you from securing a senior citizen mediclaim policy:
Myth 1: Too Old to Get Covered.
Reality: Individuals aged 60 and above are eligible for senior citizen medical coverage.
Myth 2: Pre-existing Illnesses Prevent Coverage.
Reality: Many seniors have existing medical conditions, but this does not disqualify them from purchasing a health insurance plan.
Myth 3: OPD Visits are Not Covered.
Reality: Our senior citizen health insurance in India offers optional OPD care, covering reimbursement for bills ranging from Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 50,000 as per policy terms.
Myth 4: A Family Floater Plan is Sufficient.
Reality: While parents can be included in a family floater, it's often insufficient. Given seniors' vulnerability to age-related illnesses and rising medical inflation, a shared sum insured may not provide adequate coverage.
Myth 5: Co-payment Charges are a Burden.
Reality: With Care Health Insurance, senior citizens typically have a 20% co-payment. However, we strive to reduce this cost with the added benefit of a co-payment waiver.
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