Mediclaim policies vary in coverage, offering benefits like hospitalization expenses, pre and post-hospitalization costs, surgeries, doctor consultations, diagnostic tests, medications, and sometimes even coverage for ambulance services. These policies come in various forms such as individual plans, family floater plans covering the entire family under a single policy, senior citizen plans catering to elderly individuals, and group health insurance for employees in organizations.
Understanding the terms and conditions of the mediclaim policy is essential as they vary in terms of coverage limits, waiting periods, exclusions, and premium costs. Policyholders need to pay attention to factors like network hospitals (hospitals partnered with the insurance company where cashless treatments are available), claim settlement procedures, and the renewal process.