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Health Insurance for Parents

Health insurance for parents is a dedicated policy designed to cover the rising and frequent medical expenses of ageing parents, including hospitalisation, treatments, and long-term care. This plan ensures that parents above 40 years old have sufficient sum insured, faster claim access, and fewer compromises compared to adding them to a family floater. Read more... Choosing the right plan early helps manage medical inflation, reduces financial dependency during emergencies, and ensures uninterrupted access to quality healthcare when it is needed the most. Read less

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Health Insurance for Parents

What is Health Insurance for Parents?

Health insurance for parents is a type of health insurance plan designed specifically to cover your mother, father, or both under a dedicated policy. It helps pay for their medical expenses, including hospitalisation, treatments, surgeries, medicines, and sometimes preventive care, and in many cases, conditions that are more common with age such as heart disease, diabetes, and joint-related issues.

These types of plans are made specifically for ageing parents, where medical needs are higher, treatment costs are more frequent, and risks are long-term rather than occasional.

Why Do You Need Health Insurance for Parents?

As parents age, healthcare needs to shift from occasional treatment to frequent and timely care. A dedicated health insurance policy becomes essential for financial stability and uninterrupted access to quality treatment. Here are a few reasons why you should buy health insurance for your parents:

Ageing Increases Medical Dependency

Ageing Increases Medical Dependency

According to WHO, health conditions like diabetes, heart disease, blood pressure, and joint issues require regular monitoring and medication.

A parent health insurance policy ensures these recurring and long-term conditions are financially manageable.

Provide Quality Medical Care

Medical Costs Are Rising Faster

Healthcare inflation in India is consistently rising by around 11 to 14%, especially for critical treatments and surgeries (1).

Health insurance helps you lock in financial protection today for unpredictable future expenses.

Safeguarding Retirement Fund

Reduces Dependency on Emergency Funds

Without a dedicated policy, families rely on savings, investments, or borrowed funds to handle medical situations. This can impact other financial goals. Health insurance for parents ensures healthcare expenses do not disturb overall financial stability.

Combating Increasing Medical Costs

Provides Quality Medical Care

Health insurance for parents ensures they receive high-quality medical care without worrying about costs. With a good policy, they can access top hospitals, experienced doctors, and advanced treatments for a routine check-up or major surgery.

Provides Tax Benefit

Provides Tax Benefit

Section 80D of the Income Tax Act allows a tax exemption on the parent's health insurance premium. You and your parents under 60 can save up to Rs. 50,000 in tax benefits on health insurance premiums.

Reassures Peace of Mind

Supports Long-term Health Management

Age-related health issues are ongoing and require continuous care. A health insurance plan helps manage these long-term medical needs without creating repeated financial stress over time.

What are the Types of Health Insurance Plans for Parents?

Choosing the right health insurance for parents depends on their age, medical history, and how you want to structure coverage. Broadly, there are different types of health insurance plans designed to handle varying healthcare needs, frequency of claims, and financial exposure.

Individual Health Insurance

Individual Health Insurance for Parents

The individual health insurance plan provides a separate sum insured for each parent, ensuring that one person’s medical expenses do not impact the other’s coverage. It is ideal when both parents have different health conditions or higher medical usage, as it avoids the risk of coverage getting exhausted due to a single claim.

Who it is recommended for: Parents with higher medical needs, pre-existing conditions, or a history of hospitalisation, where independent coverage is important.

Family Floater Health Insurance

Family Floater Plan

Under a family floater plan, parents are covered along with other family members under a shared sum insured. While it is cost-effective initially, it carries a key limitation i.e. one large claim can consume the entire coverage, which may leave other members underinsured.

Who it is recommended for: Younger families where parents are relatively healthy and below 50, and the risk of multiple large claims is lower.

Senior Citizens Health Insurance

Senior Citizen Health Insurance Plans

Senior citizen health plans are specifically designed for parents aged 60 years and above. This plan offers coverage for age-related illnesses, frequent treatments, and longer recovery periods. However, premiums are relatively higher due to increased claim probability.

Who it is recommended for: Parents above 60 years, especially those looking for plans aligned with age-specific healthcare needs.

What is the Ideal Coverage for Parents Health Insurance?

The ideal coverage for parents’ health insurance typically starts from ₹10 - 15 lakh and should go up to ₹25 - 50 lakh or more, depending on age, medical history, and city of residence. The goal is to ensure that one major hospitalisation does not exhaust the entire sum insured, especially in high-cost urban healthcare settings.

Scenario / Profile Ideal Coverage(Tier 1 Cities) Ideal Coverage (Tier 2 Cities)
Parents below 45 years ₹20 - 25 lakh  ₹15 - 20 lakh 
Parents aged 45 - 60  ₹25 - 30 lakh  ₹20 - 25 lakh 
Parents aged 60+ ₹30 - 50 lakh+  ₹25 - 30 lakh+ 

Disclaimer: These are indicative ranges based on current healthcare costs and claim trends. It may vary based on individual factors such as age, medical history, lifestyle, city of residence, and rising healthcare costs. It is advisable to know your family’s specific needs and read policy terms before making a final decision.

Digit Expert Explains Why Underinsuring Parents is a Bigger Risk Than Paying a Higher Premium

“The biggest mistake people make while buying health insurance for parents is prioritising a lower premium over adequate coverage. While a cheaper plan may seem financially efficient in starting, it sometimes fails during real medical situations where treatment costs are high, frequent, and unpredictable.

Underinsuring parents increases the risk of exhausting the sum insured in a single hospitalisation, especially in metro cities. This forces you to pay significant out-of-pocket expenses at the time your parents need financial protection the most. In contrast, paying a slightly higher premium for a comprehensive policy ensures better claim coverage, fewer restrictions, and higher financial preparedness.

So, overpaying a little today is far safer than under-covering a high-risk future, especially when medical inflation and age-related health issues are rising constantly.”

Tanya Marwah

Head of Marketing

Is it Better to Buy Separate Health Insurance for Parents or Add to Family Floater?

In most real-life scenarios, buying separate health insurance for parents is usually the safer and more reliable option, especially as they age. The decision depends on the risk of exposure, age, and how claims are likely to occur within the family.

Factors Adding Parents as Dependents in Family Floater Plan Buying a Separate Individual Health Insurance Plan
Sum Insured All family members must share the whole insured amount. Therefore, in an emergency, the sum insured will be insufficient for your parents.  Your parents can use the whole insured amount for either an emergency or planned hospital stay for any treatment.
Coverage Your parents' medical needs might not be fully met by the coverage available.  The policy will cover your parents' entire range of medical requirements.
Premiums The premiums are affordable but can become expensive if you include a larger coverage option.  The premiums are determined by the coverage you choose and your parents' medical history. 
Suitability Based on Age Works only when parents are younger and relatively healthy  Designed for ageing parents with higher and recurring medical needs 
When is it Recommended? When entire family (including parents) has low health risk and minimal expected usage  When parents are old or have existing conditions or higher hospitalisation probability 
Hidden Limitation Looks cost-effective initially, but fails during high claims or multiple hospitalisations  Slightly higher initial cost, but performs better when needed 

Always remember, adding parents to a floater may look cost-effective initially, but it creates shared risk and claim uncertainty. A separate health insurance policy for parents is usually the better choice because it ensures independent coverage, better claim reliability, and stronger protection during high-cost medical events.

Why Choose Health Insurance for Parents by 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 - Health insurance for parents at Digit comes with no age-based or zone-based co-payment clause. This means that during health insurance claims, you need not pay anything from your savings.
  • 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. It helps avoid hidden cost deductions that usually happen when room rent limits indirectly cap during a claim.
  • Cumulative Bonus - Up to 50% cumulative bonus for every claim-free year (with a maximum benefit of 100%). This increases your total coverage over time without increasing your premium, helping you handle larger medical expenses.
  • Get Treated at Any Network Hospital - Choose from any 9000+ network hospitals in India for a cashless treatment or opt for reimbursement. For parents, this becomes especially important, as quick access to a nearby hospital during emergencies can make a critical difference.
  • Wellness Benefits - Get exclusive 12+ wellness benefits in health insurance on the Digit App in collaboration with top-rated health and wellness partners.
  • Add-Ons or Riders - Parents health plans include optional add-ons or riders that policyholders can customise to suit their needs. Some popular add-ons such as consumable cover, PED Waiting period modification, and network hospital discount.

What’s Covered in Health Insurance Plan for Parents 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 in Health Insurance Plans for Parents Offered by Digit?

Pre-Existing Diseases

Pre-Existing Diseases

In case of a pre-existing disease, unless the waiting period in health insurance is over, the claim for that disease or illness cannot be made.

Hospitalization without Doctor’s Recommendation

Hospitalization without Doctor’s Recommendation

Any condition you get hospitalized for, that doesn’t match with the doctor’s prescription is not covered.

Add-on Options for Parents Health Insurance Plan with Digit

Enhance your parent 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. This is best suited for people who want to minimise out-of-pocket expenses on items like gloves, syringes, and other non-medical costs.

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. This is best suited for individuals with existing health conditions who want quick coverage for treatment.

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, co-payment will be applicable if you get hospitalised in a non-network hospital. This is best for people who are comfortable using network hospitals and want to reduce their premium cost.

Key Benefits of Health Insurance for Parents 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 Should You Check Before Buying Health Insurance for Parents?

Buying health insurance for parents requires careful evaluation because their healthcare needs are high, long-term, and expensive. Instead of focusing only on premiums, you should assess how well the policy supports real medical usage.

  • High Coverage to Cover Medical Expenses: The coverage should be high enough to manage at least one major hospitalisation without getting exhausted in a single claim. In cities with high treatment costs, a low sum insured often fails during serious treatments, forcing you to pay large amounts out of pocket.
  • Pre-existing Diseases & Waiting Periods: Most parents already have conditions like diabetes, hypertension, or heart-related issues. Always check waiting periods in health insurance and coverage terms carefully, because until this period is over, claims related to these conditions may not be covered.
  • Zero Co-payment Option: There are insurance policies that require you to pay a percentage of the treatment costs incurred, while the insurance provider covers the rest. Since the treatment expenses incurred towards your parents can be quite high, it is best to look for a policy without the co-payment clause.
  • Cashless Treatment at Network Hospital: Cashless treatment is one of the most important benefits provided under a health insurance policy. With this benefit, insurance providers pay your treatment charges directly to the network hospital where your parents are admitted. Therefore, look for a policy with a comprehensive network of hospitals.
  • Claim Settlement Ratio: Claim settlement ratio refers to the number of claims settled by your insurance provider against the total number of claims raised. High claim settlement is one of the primary factors to keep an eye on to make sure that your claim is not rejected in case of an emergency.
  • Critical Illness Benefits: Severe heart problems, cancer, end-stage lung and liver failure, kidney-related problems, etc., qualify as critical illness cover. Treatment for such medical conditions starts from ₹1 Lakh on average and can go up to ₹10 Lakh or more.

Opting for critical illness coverage proves beneficial in such cases, as comprehensive coverage is extended with high sum insured guarantee. All hospitalisation expenses and post-release expenses are covered in such scenarios, along with surgical charges.

  • Desired Add-ons: Apart from the features mentioned above, you should also look for add-on covers that can make your policy better-rounded. Some of them include consumable covers, network hospital discount, and pre-existing disease waiting period modification.
  • Lifelong Renewability: Health insurance for parents should continue even as they age and health risks increase. Policies with age caps or renewal restrictions create long-term coverage gaps.
  • Annual Health Check-Up Expenses: Annual health check-ups for elderly parents are important to ensure ideal health conditions, as they reduce the chances of being diagnosed with a fatal disorder.
  • Review the Company’s Reputation: Finally, don’t forget to check the customer reviews and testimonials for your insurance provider on social media sites, through Google reviews, etc. to make sure that you avail the best services for your healthcare plan.

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What are the Eligibility Criteria for Buying Health Insurance for Parents in India?

You must always check the eligibility criteria before buying a health insurance policy for parents. Here are the general eligibility criteria to get parent health insurance.

Eligibility Criteria  Explanation 
Nationality To be eligible for parent health insurance, you must be an Indian citizen or a resident of India. 
Age Although certain policies may have higher age limits, the majority of insurers provide health insurance for parents aged between 18 to 60 years. For those above 60, a senior citizen policy is recommended. 
Relationship To obtain health insurance for your parents, you must be their child or have a legal relationship with them. 
Medical History   Pre-existing illnesses, diseases, surgeries, and other treatments are among the things that insurance companies frequently ask you to reveal. You must share your medical history to get better coverage for your overall health. 
Medical Examination Some policies may require a medical examination to determine your health status before approving your coverage. The examination or diagnosis tests can differ depending on your age and medical history. 

How to Buy Health Insurance for Parents Online?

Buying parents health insurance online is a simple and convenient process, but it’s important to make informed decisions to ensure the policy meets healthcare needs in later years. Here’s a step-by-step process to buy health insurance for parents at Digit:

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Step 1: 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.

Step 2: 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.

Step 3: Make Payment & Submit KYC

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

Step 4: 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.

What are the Documents Required to Buy Health Insurance for Parents Online?

When purchasing a health insurance policy for your parents, 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

What are the Benefits of Having Medical Insurance for Parents?

Health insurance for parents is a structured safety net for a phase of life where medical needs become frequent, expensive, and often unavoidable. Here are the benefits of having a medical insurance policy for parents.

Provides Independent Coverage

A dedicated policy for parents ensures their medical expenses are covered without impacting the rest of the family’s insurance or savings. This is especially important when healthcare usage is higher and more frequent.

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Faster Decision-Making During Emergencies

When parents health insurance is already in place, there is no delay in deciding whether to proceed with tests, hospitalisation, or surgery. 

Better Treatment Choices Without Compromise

Parents health insurance gives you the flexibility to choose better hospitals, specialists, and treatment options, instead of limiting choices to what is affordable at the moment.

What are the Tax Benefits on Health Insurance for Parents?

Premiums paid to purchase mediclaim coverage for your parents may be tax-deductible up to ₹25,000 within a policy year, as per Section 80D of the Income Tax Act in the old regime. The tax savings amount rises to ₹50,000 every policy year if your parents are 60 years of age or older.

For example, you are 26 years old and pay a premium of ₹30,000 annually under health insurance for yourself. In addition, you also pay a premium of ₹35,000 annually for your parents (aged below 60 years). In such a case, your tax benefit will be

Category Premium Paid Annually Maximum Allowable Deductibles under 80D Applicable Deductibles
For You (below 60 age) ₹30,000 ₹25,000 ₹25,000
For Your Parents (below 60 years of age)  ₹35,000 ₹25,000 ₹25,000
Total ₹65,000 ₹50,000 ₹50,000

Hence, you can claim a total tax deduction under section 80D in a year of only ₹50,000 after paying a premium for yourself and your parents.

FAQs about Health Insurance for Parents

Can I include my parents in my current health insurance policy?

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Yes, you can include your parents in your current health insurance policy if it is a family floater policy. However, since your parents are more likely to experience age-related health issues, adding them to your coverage could result in a significant increase in your rates. Therefore, to keep your rates reasonable, you are advised to purchase individual coverage for your parents.

Yes, you can include your parents in your current health insurance policy if it is a family floater policy. However, since your parents are more likely to experience age-related health issues, adding them to your coverage could result in a significant increase in your rates. Therefore, to keep your rates reasonable, you are advised to purchase individual coverage for your parents.

Is it possible to buy a parent's health insurance plan for my in-laws?

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Yes, you can buy a separate parent’s health insurance plan for your parents-in-law with desired coverage as per their health.

Yes, you can buy a separate parent’s health insurance plan for your parents-in-law with desired coverage as per their health.

Why is it better to opt for a healthcare cover early on for my parents?

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Many insurance providers have mandatory co-payment clauses when it comes to insurance policies for individuals of higher age groups. That is why it is best to opt for healthcare policies as early as possible for your parents.

Many insurance providers have mandatory co-payment clauses when it comes to insurance policies for individuals of higher age groups. That is why it is best to opt for healthcare policies as early as possible for your parents.

My parents have pre-existing disease. Can I purchase health insurance?

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Yes, even if your parents have a pre-existing medical condition, you can still purchase health insurance for them. When purchasing insurance, be sure to disclose any pre-existing conditions you may have to the insurer. Additionally, you must decide whether to purchase a medical insurance plan with day 1 coverage or a reduced waiting time for pre-existing diseases.

Yes, even if your parents have a pre-existing medical condition, you can still purchase health insurance for them. When purchasing insurance, be sure to disclose any pre-existing conditions you may have to the insurer. Additionally, you must decide whether to purchase a medical insurance plan with day 1 coverage or a reduced waiting time for pre-existing diseases.

How can you increase coverage without increasing premium significantly?

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You can look for super top-up health insurance plans that allow you to enhance your parents’ coverage, instead of opting for independent covers.

You can look for super top-up health insurance plans that allow you to enhance your parents’ coverage, instead of opting for independent covers.

Do parents need to undergo medical tests before buying health insurance?

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Yes, before opting for health insurance, your parents must undergo a pre-medical screening and diagnosis as required by your insurance company.

Yes, before opting for health insurance, your parents must undergo a pre-medical screening and diagnosis as required by your insurance company.

What happens if my parents are hospitalised in a non-network hospital?

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If your parents are admitted to a non-network hospital, they won’t be eligible for cashless treatment. Instead, you’ll need to pay the bills upfront and then file a reimbursement claim with all necessary documents. This process may take longer and requires careful paperwork.

If your parents are admitted to a non-network hospital, they won’t be eligible for cashless treatment. Instead, you’ll need to pay the bills upfront and then file a reimbursement claim with all necessary documents. This process may take longer and requires careful paperwork.

Will the premium increase every year as my parents grow older?

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Yes, health insurance premiums for senior citizens typically increase with age. Insurers often revise premiums at renewal time, especially when your parents move into a higher age bracket.

Yes, health insurance premiums for senior citizens typically increase with age. Insurers often revise premiums at renewal time, especially when your parents move into a higher age bracket.

Can I continue the health policy if my parents move to a different city or state?

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Yes, health insurance policies are portable across India. If your parents move, just inform the insurer about the change of address. However, make sure the new location has network hospitals under the same insurer to continue enjoying cashless benefits.

Yes, health insurance policies are portable across India. If your parents move, just inform the insurer about the change of address. However, make sure the new location has network hospitals under the same insurer to continue enjoying cashless benefits.

Are alternative treatments like Ayurveda or Homoeopathy covered under parent health insurance?

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Yes, many modern health insurance plans in India now cover AYUSH treatments (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy), especially under IRDAI guidelines. At Digit, AYUSH coverage is already included in all of the plans for parents.

Yes, many modern health insurance plans in India now cover AYUSH treatments (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy), especially under IRDAI guidelines. At Digit, AYUSH coverage is already included in all of the plans for parents.

Should I get separate insurance if parents are above 60?

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Yes, in most cases. Parents above 60 have higher and more frequent medical needs, so a separate senior citizen health insurance policy ensures their coverage is not shared or exhausted by others, making claims more reliable.

Yes, in most cases. Parents above 60 have higher and more frequent medical needs, so a separate senior citizen health insurance policy ensures their coverage is not shared or exhausted by others, making claims more reliable.

Can I switch from a family floater to a separate plan later?

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Yes, you can switch by buying a new individual policy. However, waiting periods for pre-existing diseases may apply again, so it is usually better to plan separation early instead of switching late.

Yes, you can switch by buying a new individual policy. However, waiting periods for pre-existing diseases may apply again, so it is usually better to plan separation early instead of switching late.

What happens if the sum insured gets exhausted in one claim?

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Once the sum insured is fully used, no further expenses are covered in that policy year. Any additional treatment costs must be paid out-of-pocket unless you have a restoration benefit or super top-up plan.

Once the sum insured is fully used, no further expenses are covered in that policy year. Any additional treatment costs must be paid out-of-pocket unless you have a restoration benefit or super top-up plan.

Is a cheap health insurance plan risky for parents?

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Yes, low-cost plans come with high co-payments, strict sub-limits, or limited coverage, which can reduce actual claim payout. In real scenarios, you may still end up paying a significant portion of hospital bills yourself.

Yes, low-cost plans come with high co-payments, strict sub-limits, or limited coverage, which can reduce actual claim payout. In real scenarios, you may still end up paying a significant portion of hospital bills yourself.