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Buy ₹25 Lakh Health Insurance

Medical costs are rising at a rate faster than ever before. A hospital stay can wipe out a lifetime of savings. That's why we need to consider the right coverage carefully. A 25 lakh sum insured health insurance gives you a wider safety net so you and your family can be at ease without worrying about unexpected health costs. This coverage will pay for advanced treatments, multiple hospital stays, and long-term care.

Keep reading to learn more about whether this coverage suits your health care needs and secures a future for your family.

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What is the Need for 25 Lakh Health Insurance?

Here is why it's worth buying 25 lakh health insurance:

Cover Major Medical Expenses Without Stress

Cover Major Medical Expenses Without Stress

Serious illnesses or complex surgeries in top private hospitals can easily cost ₹20–25 lakh. A ₹25 lakh plan ensures you can afford these treatments without dipping into your savings or loans.

Access the Best Treatment and Specialists

Access the Best Treatment and Specialists

With decent cover, you can choose premium hospitals and top specialists. You won't have to compromise on quality care due to cost limits.

Protect Your Entire Family Under One Plan

Protect Your Entire Family Under One Plan

A ₹25 lakh family floater plan can cover all members. Even if multiple family members need hospitalisation in the same year, the plan provides enough coverage for everyone without running out of limits.

Future-Proof Against Medical Inflation

Future-Proof Against Medical Inflation

Medical costs rise steeply every year. A ₹25 lakh plan keeps your coverage adequate so that you won't be underinsured when a major illness strikes in the future.

What Experts Recommend on Choosing ₹25 Lakh Health Coverage?

Healthcare costs in India are rising faster than ever, and traditional coverage of ₹5 - 10 lakh is no longer enough for complete protection. A single hospitalisation for a critical illness like cancer, organ transplant, or advanced cardiac surgery in a metro city can easily cost ₹15 - 25 lakh. Add to that post-treatment care, medicines, and diagnostics, and the financial burden can become overwhelming.

 

Medical inflation is another factor you cannot ignore. With costs increasing by 10 - 15% annually, what seems adequate today may fall short in just a few years.

 

Choosing ₹25 lakh health coverage ensures you and your family have access to quality healthcare without compromising on treatment or exhausting your savings. It also future-proofs your health security, reducing the need for frequent upgrades or multiple top-up plans later.

Shubham Sinha

Product Manager - Health

Who Should Buy a 25 Lakh Health Insurance Plan?

Here is who should buy a 25 lakh health insurance plan:

  • Families with dependents: If you have kids, elderly parents, or multiple dependents, a higher insured sum guarantees sufficient coverage for each person in a medical emergency without quickly exhausting the limit.
  • People living in metro cities: While medical care in cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Bangalore is increasingly costly, a cover of 25 lakhs will help bear high hospital bills, which is especially helpful in an expensive surgery, ICU stay or long treatment.
  • Individuals with lifestyle-related health risks: If you have a family history of diagnosis such as diabetes, heart disease or cancer, you should take out a higher cover, as treatment for a health condition can be long and expensive.
  • Frequent travellers: If you plan to travel internally within India or outside of India, or if you often travel, this plan may give you peace of mind; it covers unexpected hospitalisation away from home.
  • High-income individuals: If you earn sufficient income, this plan complements your lifestyle; you will not need to concern yourself with quality of care in emergencies.

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Benefits of Having a 25 Lakh Health Insurance Policy

Benefits of Having a 25 Lakh Health Insurance Policy

Here are some of the main benefits of the 25 lakh health insurance plan:

  • Full Coverage for Major Medical Expenses: A ₹25 lakh health insurance plan provides substantial assistance for costly treatment like surgery, cancer treatment, organ transplant, etc.
  • Works Very Well for Family Floater Policies: 25 lakh sum insured generally fits well for four to five family members, and usually covers several claims in one year.
  • Appropriate for Advanced Medical Treatments: ₹25 lakh coverage plan allows you to opt for high-end medical procedures, including robotic surgeries, advanced radiation treatments, and stem cell therapy, which cost considerably more.
  • Best for Metro and Tier-1 City Healthcare: This plan allows you to select recognised and qualified hospitals and specialists at no extra cost for cities with much higher hospital bills.

Why Choose 25 Lakh Health Insurance with Digit?

  • Simple Online Processes - From the process of buying a health insurance policy to making claims is paperless, easy, quick and hassle-free! No hard copies, even for claims! 
  • No Age-based or Zone-Based Co-payment - Our health insurance comes with no age-based or zone-based copayment. This means, during health insurance claims, you need not pay anything from your pocket. 
  • No Room Rent Restriction - We understand that everyone has different preferences. That’s why we have no room rent restrictions in health insurance. Choose any hospital room you prefer. 
  • SI Wallet Benefit - If you exhaust your sum insured in health insurance during the policy period, we will refill it for you.
  • Get Treated at Any Hospital - Choose from 9000+ of our network hospitals in India for cashless treatment or opt for reimbursement.
  • Wellness Benefits - Get exclusive wellness benefits on the Digit App in collaboration with top-rated health and wellness partners.

Disclaimer: The numbers for total policies sold, lives insured, claims settled and amount of claims paid is for the Group and Retail Health Insurance policies since inception up to 31st March-2025. The total count of cashless network hospitals is as of 31st March-2025. The claim settlement ratio is for the group and retail health insurance policies for the FY 2024-25.

Key Benefits of 25 Lakh Health Insurance by Digit

Your health insurance plan with Digit extends several exclusive benefits that enhance your coverage. Here are the key benefits:

Key Features Digit Benefit
Cashless Hospitals 9000+ Network Hospitals across India
Premium Discount Up to 20% Discount Available
Wellness Benefits Available from 12+ Wellness Partners
Cumulative Bonus Up to 50% for every claim-free year (with a maximum benefit of 100%)
Customisable Add-Ons 3 Add-ons available (Consumable Cover, Infinite Cumulative Bonus and Smart Save)*
Co-payment No Age-based or Zone-Based Co-payment
No Room Rent Restriction Choose any room of your choice without any extra charges

* These add-ons are subject to underwriting approval and your eligibility at the time of purchase or renewal

What’s Covered in the 25 Lakh Health Insurance Offered by Digit?

Coverages

Double Wallet Plan

Infinity Wallet Plan

Worldwide Treatment Plan

Important Features

All Hospitalisation - due to Accident, Illness, Critical Illness or COVID

This covers for all hospitalisation expenses including due to an Illness, Accident, Critical Illness or even pandemics like Covid 19. It can be used to cover for multiple hospitalisations, as long as the total expenses are up to your sum insured.

Initial Waiting Period

You need to wait for a defined period from the first day of your policy to get covered for treatment related to any non-accidental illness. This is the Initial Waiting period.

Wellness Program

Exclusive Wellness Benefits like Home Healthcare, Tele consultations, Yoga and Mindfullness and many more available on our App.

Sum Insured Back Up

We provide a back-up Sum Insured which is 100% of your Sum Insured amount. How does Sum Insured Back Up work? Suppose your policy Sum Insured is Rs. 5 lac. You make a claim of Rs.50,000. Digit automatically triggers the wallet benefit. So you now have 4.5lac + 5 lac Sum Insured available for the year. However, one single claim, cannot be more than the base Sum Insured as in the above case, 5 lac. .

Once in a policy period; Related and unrelated illness; No Exhaustion Clause; Same person also covered.
Unlimited Reinstatement in a policy period; Related and unrelated illness; No Exhaustion Clause; Same person also covered.
Once in a policy period; Related and unrelated illness; No Exhaustion Clause; Same person also covered.
Cumulative Bonus
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No claims in the Policy year? You get a bonus -an additional amount in your total sum-insured for staying healthy & claim free!

10% of Base Sum Insured for every claim free year, up to max 100%.
50% of Base Sum Insured for every claim free year, up to max 100%.
50% of Base Sum Insured for every claim free year, up to max 100%.
No Room Rent Capping

Different categories of rooms have different rents. Just like how hotel rooms have tarrifs. Digit plans give you the benefit of having no room rent cap, as long as it is below your Sum Insured..

Day Care Procedures

Health insurance covers medical expenses only for hospitalisations exceeding 24 hours. Day care procedures refer to medical treatments undertaken in a hospital, requiring less than 24 hours due to technological advancement such as cataract, dialysis etc.

Worldwide Coverage
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Get a world class treatment with the Worldwide Coverage! If your doctor identifies an illness during your health examination in India and you wish to get a treatment abroad, then we’re there for you.You’re covered!

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Health Check-up

We pay for your health check-up expenses upto the amount mentioned in your Plan. No restrictions on the kind of tests! Be it ECG or Thyroid Profile. Make sure you go through your policy schedule to check the claim limit.

0.25% of Base Sum Insured, Max up to ₹ 1,000 after every two years.
0.25% of Base Sum Insured, Max up to ₹ 1,500 after every year.
0.25% of SI up to ₹ 2,000 after every year.
Emergency Air Ambulance Expenses

There may be emergency life-threatening health conditions which may require immediate transportation to hospital. We absolutely understand this and reimburse for expenses incurred for your transportation to a hospital in airplane or helicopter.

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Age/Zone Based Co-payment
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Co-Payment means a cost sharing requirement under a Health Insurance Policy that provides that the Policyholder/Insured will bear a specified percentage of the admissible claims amount. It does not reduce the Sum Insured. This percentage depends on various factors like age, or sometimes also on your treatment city called zone based copayment. In our plans, there is no age based or zone based Co payment involved.

No Co-payment
No Co-payment
No Co-payment
Road Ambulance Expenses

Get reimbursed for the expenses of road ambulance, in case you are hospitalised.

1% of Base Sum Insured, Max up to ₹ 10,000.
1% of Base Sum Insured, Max up to ₹ 15,000.
1% of Base Sum Insured, Max up to ₹ 10,000.
Pre/Post Hospitalisation

This cover is for all expenses before and after hospitalisation such as for diagnosis, tests and recovery.

30/60 Days
60/180 Days
60/180 Days

Other Features

Pre-Existing Disease (PED) Waiting Period

The disease or condition that you are already suffering with and have disclosed to us before taking the policy and has been accepted by us has a waiting period as per plan opted and mentioned in your Policy Schedule.

3 Years
3 Years
3 Years
Specific Illness Waiting Period

This is the amount of time you need to wait for, until you can make a claim for a specific illness. At Digit it is 1-3 years and starts from the day of policy activation. For the full list of exclusions, read Standard Exclusions (Excl02) of your policy wordings.

1-3 Years
1-3 Years
1-3 Years
Inbuilt Personal Accident Cover

If You sustain an Accidental Bodily Injury during the Policy Period, which is the sole and direct cause of Your Death within twelve (12) months from the date of accident, then We will pay 100% of the Sum Insured as mentioned in Policy Schedule against this cover and as per plan opted.

₹ 50,000
₹ 1,00,000
₹ 1,00,000
Organ Donor Expenses
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Your organ donor gets covered in your policy. We also take care the pre and post hospitalisation expenses of the donor. Organ donating is one of the kindest deeds ever and we thought to ourselves, why not be a part of it!

Domiciliary Hospitalisation

Hospitals can go out of beds, or the patient’s condition may be rough to get admitted in a hospital. Don’t panic! We cover you for the medical expenses even if you get treatment at home.

Bariatric Surgery

Obesity may be the root cause of so many health issues. We absolutely understand this, and cover for Bariatric Surgery when it is medically necessary and advised by your doctor. However, we DONOT cover if hospitalisation for this treatment is for cosmetic reasons.

Psychiatric Illness

If due to a trauma, a member has to be hospitalised for a psychiatric treatment, it will be covered under this benefit, upto INR 1,00,000. However, OPD consultations are not covered under this. The waiting period for Psychiatric Illness Cover is same as Specific Illness waiting period.

Consumables Cover

Before, during & after hospitalisation, there are many other medical aids & expenditures such as walking aids, crepe bandages, belts, etc.,which need your pocket’s attention.This cover takes care of these expenses that are otherwise excluded from the policy.

Available as an Add-On
Available as an Add-On
Available as an Add-On

What’s Not Covered under 25 Lakh Health Insurance Plan?

Pre-Natal & Post-Natal Expenses

Pre-Natal & Post-Natal Expenses

Pre-natal and post-natal medical expenses are not covered unless they lead to hospitalisation.

PED Before Waiting Period

PED Before Waiting Period

A claim for a pre-existing disease or illness cannot be made until the specified waiting period is over.

Hospitalisation without Doctor’s Recommendation

Hospitalisation without Doctor’s Recommendation

Hospitalisation for any condition that doesn’t match the doctor’s prescription is not covered.

Health Insurance Add-on Options with Digit

Enhance your health insurance policy with add-ons at Digit. These add-ons are subject to underwriting approval and your eligibility at the time of purchase or renewal. Here’s a list of add-ons available that provide additional layers of protection beyond the basic coverage of your policy:

Consumable Cover

Consumable Cover

Pay 10% extra premium and we will also cover your non-medical expenses once your base claim is approved.

Pre-existing Disease/Specific Disease/Initial Waiting Period Modification

Pre-existing Disease/Specific Disease/Initial Waiting Period Modification

You can reduce your pre-existing disease waiting period to up to 2 years.

Network Hospital Discount

Network Hospital Discount

Opt for treatment at one of our network hospitals and receive a 10% discount on your premium with this add-on cover. However, a co-payment will be applicable if you get hospitalised in a non-network hospital.

Factors Determining 25 Lakhs Health Insurance Premium

Here are the key factors that determined the premium for a 25 lakh sum insured:

Age of the Policyholder

Age of the Policyholder

Younger people usually pay less for premium costs, while older policyholders face higher insurance costs because of the higher health risk.

Medical History

Medical History

Chronic illnesses like diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, or cancer will increase health premiums.

Sum Insured and Covers

Sum Insured and Covers

A Higher sum insured equals a higher premium. The premium will increase with additional features such as maternity, critical illness riders, or OPD cover. 

Type of plan and family size

Type of plan and family size

An individual plan will generally cost less than a family floater. Within a family floater, the age of the oldest family member has a much bigger impact on the premium amount.

Tenure of the plan

Tenure of the plan

Long-term plans will generally be lower in average annual premiums than one-year plans.

Location

Location

Premiums are higher in metropolitan areas than in smaller cities.

Co-payment rider

Co-payment rider

If you include a co-payment rider in the policy, premiums will be lower.

How to Buy 25 Lakh Health Insurance?

Buying health insurance online is simple and hassle-free. If you're planning to purchase a policy from Digit, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you through the process:

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Enter Basic Details

Visit the Digit app or website. Enter your PIN code and mobile number, select your preferred health insurance plan and provide age details, family members covered, etc.

Choose Plan & Add Member Details

Compare & select the plan, sum insured, add-on covers and apply any available discounts to get the final premium amount. Further provide the member details for everyone you’re covering.

Make Payment & Submit KYC

Once done, proceed to make the premium payment and submit your KYC documents to complete the purchase process.

Final Review & Processing

Now, your application undergoes a brief review process. Digit may request a health declaration, lifestyle information, or medical details & reports if required. Now, based on your medical underwriting, your policy will be issued and sent to your email. You can also access it anytime through the Digit app.

Documents Required to Buy 25 Lakh Health Insurance Online

When purchasing a health insurance policy, insurers typically require some basic documents for verification. Below is a list of optional documents that may be needed at the time of purchasing a policy:

Identity/Age Proof

Address Proof

Income Proof

Previous Medical Reports (If any)

KYC Documents

How Much Premium Do I Need to Pay to Buy the 25 Lakh Medical Insurance?

A ₹25 lakh sum insured offers substantial financial protection against medical emergencies. However, the premium amount depends on several factors such as age, city, health status, and specific policy terms.

The table below illustrates the starting annual premium for a ₹25 lakh sum insured under Digit's Infinity Wallet Plan, segmented in different age groups:

Age Group

Starting Annual Premium for 25 Lakh Sum Insured

0 - 35

₹9,604

36 - 45

₹12,192

46 - 50

₹18,597

51 - 55

₹23,153

56 - 60

₹28,581

61 - 65

₹33,749

Note: The premium amounts listed above are indicative and based on publicly available data for Digit's Infinity Wallet Plan with ₹25 lakh sum insured. Actual premiums may vary depending on the applicant's age, location, medical history, lifestyle habits, and chosen add-ons.

Tax Benefits of Buying 25 Lakhs of Health Insurance

Tax Benefits of Buying 25 Lakhs of Health Insurance

Tax deductions can be claimed for premiums paid for yourself, your spouse, dependent children, and parents. Here are the simple tax benefits of purchasing a ₹25 lakh health insurance plan:

  • Yourself, spouse, and children: up to ₹25,000.
  • Parents: Up to ₹25,000 (₹50,000 if they are senior citizens).
  • Maximum deduction if you and your parents are both senior citizens: ₹1,00,000.
  • In addition, you can claim up to ₹5,000 paid for preventive health check-ups.
  • Premiums can only be paid through non-cash methods, like cheque, UPI, or net banking.

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