Everything you need to know about health insurance
Health insurance helps you in many more ways than just securing your health, let’s discover how!


Did you know?
India has one doctor for every 1,457 citizens (Source : Business Standard)
Did you know?
Only 18% of people in urban areas of India are covered under any kind of health insurance scheme (Source :Econominc Times)
Did you know?
71% of the populace finance their Out of pocket medical expenditure through household revenues (Source : The Wire)
Did you know?
Household health expenditures include out of pocket expenditures (95%) and insurance (5%) (Source : The Wire)
Did you know?
The highest percentage of out of pocket health expenditure (52%) is made towards medicines (Source : The Wire)
Did you know?
According to the World Bank, about 25% of India's population had some form of health insurance in 2010 (Source: Wikipedia)
Did you know?
Indian Men are more susceptible to heart disease than women (Source : Statista.com)
Did you know?
India ranks 145 among 195 countries in terms of quality and accessibility of healthcare. (Source ibef.org)
Did you know?
India is a young country with a median age of 28 years with a life expectancy of approx 70 years in 2020 (Source : macrotrends.com)
Did you know?
India ranks 135 globally, in terms of life expectancy (Source : worldometers.info)
Did you know?
In India, 60+ is the age group with most number of incidences of diabetes (Source : Statista.com)
Did you know?
Communicable diseases account for 3 out of the top 10 causes of deaths in India ( Informa Markets)
Did you know?
India is 1 of the top 3 countries for medical tourism (Source oceanairtravels.com)



Heath Insurance deconstructed!
It’s best to start at the basics, so we’ve divided the health insurance journey into three parts to help you understand what to do, at the right time!

Get your health insurance queries resolved by expert
Here you can find all the health insurance queries, our expert has responded to readers of the Financial Express newspaper.

Wondering how much coverage is enough to safeguard you and your family’s health?
Questions you should ask before making a financial commitment.

Immediately check, to avoid surprises in the future!
What are the things I need to check immediately after receiving my policy?

After Buying Policy
What are the things I should keep in mind as a policy holder?
Looking to make health insurance a part of your financial planning?
Here's some tools to make it easier for you!
Wondering how much coverage you take For you and your family's health?
Let's make it easier for you.
What you should keep in mind during your health insurance buying process?
Read and discover for yourself!

Sep 30 2025
This World Heart Day, Be A Heart Hero And Learn CPR
Across the globe, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death, claiming over 18 million lives in 2019 that’s about 31% of all global deaths . Even more alarming, the number of people living with CVDs has nearly doubled, from 271 million in 1990 to 523 million in 2019. This reality makes one thing clear: CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is no longer just a skill to learn, it’s a necessity. So, this...
READ MORE
Sep 23 2025
Navaratri Diet: A Guide to Healthy Fasting and Weight Management
Navaratri is a vibrant Hindu festival celebrated across India with devotion, fasting, and festivity. Observing a Navaratri fast doesn’t mean skipping meals or compromising on nutrition. A well-planned 9-day diet can help you stay energized, support weight management, and maintain overall health. This plan follows Navaratri fasting rules, uses simple, easily available ingredients, and adds a touch of variety to keep your taste buds...
READ MORE
Sep 19 2025
World Alzheimer’s Day: For Those Who Forget, We Must Remember
Every year, on 21st September, the world unites to observe World Alzheimer’s Day—a day that shines a light on a condition that quietly but profoundly changes millions of lives. Dementia is a general term used to describe a group of symptoms that affect memory, reasoning, and social abilities severely enough to interfere with daily life. There are several types of dementia, and among them, Alzheimer’s disease...
READ MOREExperts Opinion
Expert advice from financial gurus!
Read and discover what industry experts have to say about the different aspects and benefits of health insurance.
Insurance comes before investment. It is the first step in financial planning journey.

Harsh Roongta
CEO - Fee Only Investment Advisers LLP
Protection is the most important aspect of financial planning; even Maslow agrees to that.

Deepak Yohannan
CEO - MyInsuranceClub.com
Buying adequate health and life insurance cover are a must. Calculate the liability towards your long-term goals, and then decide the amount of cover you need appropriately in terms of insurance, in addition to investments.

Amol Joshi
Founder, PlanRupee Investment Services