Tata AIG General Insurance Company Ltd
About TATA AIG General Insurance Company
Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited is a joint venture between Tata Group and American Insurance Group, Inc. (AIG), both holding a stake of 74% and 26% respectively. The company began its operations in the year 2001 and launched products in various fields of insurance, like health, personal accident, marine cargo, automobile, travel, and property.
The company established Tata AIG Academy in the year 2014 to establish a center for excellence in the field of insurance. The aim of the academy is to align training courses to meet the business needs of the company while also providing its employees an opportunity to gain knowledge and qualification to stay abreast in today's competitive world.
Recently, the company also joined the country's progress towards digitalization and launched an initiative called 'Go Digital' that facilitates the process of sales.
Tata AIG General Insurance has also been associated with various innovative products in the field of health insurance and offers many health insurance policies that a person may choose as per need.
Why Choose Tata AIG Plans?
The common benefits under all health insurance plans of Tata AIG are:
- Lifelong renewal if policy premiums are paid at every renewal without a break.
- Tax benefits under Section 80-D of the Income Tax Act.
- Cashless hospitalization in over 3000 network hospitals all over the country.
- Migration or transfer to/ or from another non-life insurer's plan.
- Sum insured enhancement option at the time of renewal of the policy.
- Free look period of 15 days to cancel the policy if not satisfied with any clause.
- Grace period of 30 days to renew the policy without a break. However, the cover shall not be provided for any illness during the break period.
General Exclusions Under Tata AIG Insurance Policies
Every health insurance policy has a different range of cover and exclusions and it is advisable to go through the policy document to know the exact particulars. However, there are certain exclusions as listed below:
- War or any act of war, invasion, act of foreign enemy, warlike operations, civil war, public defense, rebellion, military or usurped acts.
- Any insured person committing a breach of law or intentional self-injury.
- Participation in naval, military or air-force activities, scuba diving, paragliding and similar activities.
- Abuse of drugs and/or hallucinogenic substances.
- Treatment of obesity and weight management programs.
- Psychiatric treatment and treatment of mental health disorders.
- Treatment of any condition related to HIV, AIDS or other sexually transmitted diseases
- Infertility treatments.
- Pregnancy, childbirth and related complications.
- Dental treatment of any kind, except if involving hospitalization.
- Cosmetic and aesthetic reconstructive surgery, unless necessitated by accident, injury or burns.
- Expenses incurred on spectacles, contact lenses or hearing aids.
- Artificial limb or prosthesis.
The various health insurance plans being offered by Tata AIG are:
Mediprime - Cashless Health Insurance
It is a cashless and transparent health insurance policy with no co-payment on treatment expenses.
Key Features
- It is a cashless mediclaim plan which is settled in 4 hours.
- No co-payment needed.
- No medical examination is required before the age of 50 years and/or for a sum assured up to Rs. 5 lakhs.
- Policy term can be 1-2 years (5% discount on 2-year policy).
Eligibility
- Age covered from 91 days to 21 years (in case of a child) and 18 years to 65 years (in case of an adult).
Benefits
- Comprehensive Coverage of Hospitalization Charges- Without any sub-limits on
- Room rent in cases of hospitalization for more than 24 hours.
- Day care procedure charges for listed procedures.
- Domiciliary treatment of conditions which would otherwise require hospitalization.
- Organ donor expenses in case of organ transplant
- Ambulance Charges - In cases of emergency, up to Rs. 2500.
- Dental Treatment in Case of an Accident - In case of treatment requiring hospitalization, expenses are covered up to 100% of the sum insured, while in the case of treatment as out-patient, up to Rs. 5000 if the sum insured is Rs. 2, 3 or 4 lakhs and up to Rs. 7500 if the sum insured is Rs. 5, 7 or 10 lakhs.
- Vaccination Charges - In cases of bites are 100% covered in case of inpatient treatment, and up to Rs. 5000 as out-patient.
- Ayush Benefit - Expenses on non-allopathic treatments like Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy, up to Rs. 25000.
- Health Check-up - After 4 continuous claim-free policy years.
- No Loading on Renewal Premium - In the case of a claim.
- Lifelong Renewal of the Policy - In case, the policy is continued without a break.
- Free Look Period - A period of 15 days is allowed after the receipt of policy documents, to cancel the policy in case the policyholder is not satisfied with the terms and conditions of the policy. The premium is returned after deductions as per company policy.
- Grace Period - Of 30 days for renewal of the policy.
- Tax Benefits - Under Section 80-D of Income Tax Act.
Wellsurance Executive Policy
This policy is aimed at busy executives who are often found compromising health at the altar of competitive careers.
Key Features
- Fixed lump sum benefit in cases of hospitalization and covers post-hospitalization period as well.
- Pre-existing conditions are not covered.
- Availability of wellness advantage benefits.
- Lifelong renewability.
- Policy term is 1 year.
Eligibility
- Age from 18 years to 65 years.
Benefits
- Hospitalization- Fixed lump sum benefit in case of hospitalization for more than 24 hours.
- Post-hospitalization - Fixed lump sum benefit in case of convalescence; covers the cost of outpatient expenses as well.
- Critical Illnesses - Fixed lump sum benefit for diagnosis of any of the listed 9 critical illnesses after a waiting period of 90 days and survival period of 30 days. Benefit for each critical illness shall be given only once during the entire life-term of the policyholder.
- Wellness Benefits - The policyholder is entitled to Wellsurance Advantage - a wellness package.
- Free Look Period - Of 15 days to cancel the policy if not satisfied.
- Grace Period - Of 30 days for renewal of policy.
- Tax Benefits - Under section 80-D of Income Tax Act.
Wellsurance Executive Plan has three variants - Classic, Supreme, and Elite.
Benefits | Classic | Supreme | Elite | |
1. | Critical illnesses (waiting period of 90 days, survival period of 30 days) | 300000 | 500000 | 750000 |
2. | Hospitalization | |||
(a) | Hospitalization benefits | |||
Hospital cash (up to 90 days) per day | 2000 | 3000 | 4000 | |
ICU cash (up to 15 days) per day | 3000 | 4500 | 6000 | |
Nursing expense (up to 90 days) per day | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | |
Physician's visit (up to 90 days) per day | 750 | 1000 | 1250 | |
MRI | 2500 | 3500 | 3500 | |
CT scan/Doppler | 1250 | 1750 | 1750 | |
Lab tests/X-ray/ECG | 3500 | 500 | 750 | |
Anesthesia fee | 2500 | 5000 | 7500 | |
Ambulance charges | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 | |
Convalescence benefit | 1500 | 2500 | 4000 | |
(b) | Major surgeries | Up to 100000 | Up to 150000 | Up to 200000 |
(c) | Minor surgeries | Up to 15000 | Up to 20000 | Up to 20000 |
3 | Post-hospitalization benefits | |||
Post-operative physiotherapy | 3500 | 5000 | 7000 | |
Chemotherapy | 150000 | 250000 | 300000 | |
Dialysis | 150000 | 200000 | 250000 |
Wellsurance Family Policy
This plan caters to the financial needs of all the family members in case of an emergency, whether related to health or education.
Key Features
- Lump sum benefits for hospitalization expenses.
- Lump sum benefits on the diagnosis of any of the 11 listed critical illnesses.
- Lump sum benefit for children's education in case of accidental death/permanent disability of the policyholder.
- Wellness benefits.
- Lifelong renewability.
- Tax benefits under section 80-D of Income Tax Act.
- Free look period and grace period.
Eligibility
- Adults between 18 years and 65 years of age.
- Children between 6 months to 18 years, and 23 years in case planning for higher education.
Benefits
The policy has three variants: Classic, Supreme, and Elite with varied benefits listed as under:
Benefits | Classic | Supreme | Elite | |
1. | Diagnosed critical illness (waiting period - 90 days, survival period-30 days) | 200000 | 300000 | 400000 |
2. | Hospital cash (up to 90 days) per day | 2000 | 3000 | 4000 |
3. | Ambulance charges (at admission & discharge) | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 |
4. | ICU benefit (up to 15 days) per day | 3000 | 4500 | 6000 |
5. | Convalescence benefit (after minimum of 5 days of hospitalization) | 1500 | 2500 | 4000 |
6. | Education Benefit | 50000 | 100000 | 200000 |
- Critical illness cover is only for self and spouse. Benefit for each critical illness shall be given only once during the entire life-term of the policyholder.
- There is a waiting period of 90 days for all sickness related hospitalization though no such waiting period exists for accident related hospitalization.
Wellsurance Woman Policy
This policy has been specifically designed with the multitasking Indian woman in mind whose health is usually her last priority. This policy takes care of her complete well-being.
Key Features
- Daily hospital cash benefit which increases in case of ICU admission.
- Lump sum cash benefit in case of diagnosis of any of the 11 listed critical illnesses.
- Lump sum cash benefit for cosmetic reconstructive surgery in case of accidental injuries.
- Life-long renewability.
- Tax benefits under Section 80-D of Income Tax Act.
- Free look period and grace period.
Eligibility
- Women between 18 years and 65 years of age.
Benefits
The policy is available in three variants: Classic, Supreme, and Elite. The benefits of all the variants are as under:
Benefits | Classic | Supreme | Elite | |
1. | Critical Illness (waiting period- 90 days, survival period- 30 days) | |||
(i) | Cancer of specified severity | 300000 | 500000 | 750000 |
(ii) | Other 10 listed critical illnesses | 150000 | 250000 | 375000 |
2. | Hospital cash (up to 90 days) per day | 2000 | 3000 | 4000 |
3. | Ambulance charges (at admission & discharge) | 2000 | 2000 | 2000 |
4. | ICU benefit (up to 15 days) per day | 3000 | 4500 | 6000 |
5. | Convalescence benefit (after a minimum of 5 days of hospitalization) | 1500 | 2500 | 4000 |
6. | Cosmetic reconstructive surgery (for accidental injuries) | 50000 | 100000 | 200000 |
- There is a waiting period of 90 days for all sickness related hospitalization though no such waiting period exists for accident related hospitalization.
- Benefit for each critical illness shall be given only once during the entire life-term of the policyholder.
Critical Illness Plan
The incidence of critical illnesses has increased over time and the financial burden of these illnesses is huge. This policy is specifically aimed at managing the financial expenses that arise in such situations.
Key Features
- Lump sum benefit in case of diagnosis of any of the 11 listed critical illnesses.
- Option of second opinion.
- Free look period and grace period.
- Tax benefits under Section 80-D of Income Tax Act.
Eligibility
- Age between 18 years and 65 years.
Benefits
- Lump Sum Benefits - In case of diagnosis of any of the following critical illnesses:
- First heart attack-of specified severity.
- Cancer of specified severity.
- Stroke resulting in residual symptoms.
- Open chest bypass surgery.
- Dialysis for kidney failure.
- Organ/ Bone marrow transplant.
- Coma of specified severity.
- Total blindness.
- Permanent paralysis of a limb.
- Multiple sclerosis.
- Major burns.
- Only one lump sum payment is made during a lifetime, irrespective of the number of critical illnesses.
- Second Opinion - The policyholder is entitled to a second opinion by an empanelled medical specialist.
- Sum Insured Enhancement - Can be done at the time of renewal of the policy.
Individual Accident and Sickness Hospital Cash Policy
This policy may be taken as a supplement to individual health insurance policy to cover expenses of prolonged hospitalization and specialized treatments.
Key Features
- Daily cash benefit for hospitalization.
- No pre-policy check-up required.
- Sum insured enhancement.
- Option of 5 levels.
Eligibility
- Age covered from 6 months to 65 years of age.
Benefits
- Daily Cash Benefit - For every day of hospitalization due to sickness or accident, up to 180 days.
- Accident Medical Expense Reimbursement - For medical expenses on conditions not pre-existing, up to the maximum amount and period specified in the policy, for an injury sustained by the policyholder.
- 1-day Deductible - In the daily hospital cash benefit for sickness.
- Waiting Period - Of 90 days for cash benefit for hospitalization due to sickness.
- 5% Deductible - Of benefit amount under accidental medical expense reimbursement.
- 100% Coverage - For self and spouse.
- 50% Coverage - For either child.
- Free Look Period - Of 15 days to cancel the policy if not satisfied.
- Grace Period - Of 30 days for renewal of policy.
- Tax Benefits - Under section 80-D of Income Tax Act.
Mediplus
It is a top-up plan to enhance the coverage of your health insurance to provide a higher coverage at an affordable premium.
Key Features
- Cashless hospitalization at network hospitals.
- Cover for hospitalization and pre and post-hospitalization period as well.
- Day care expenses and domiciliary treatment expenses are covered.
Eligibility
- Age between 91 days and 65 years.
- Dependent children between the age of 91 days to 21 years (if unmarried) may be covered.
Benefits
- Cashless Hospitalization - At any of the 3000+ network hospitals.
- Hospitalization Charges - Including room rent, ICU charges, drugs, and consumables.
- Pre and Post Hospitalization Charges - For a period up to 60 days before and 90 days after hospitalization respectively.
- Domiciliary Treatment Expenses - For the treatment of conditions which would otherwise require hospitalization.
- Day Care Procedure - Cover for expenses on any of the 149 listed day care procedures which do not require hospitalization.
- Ambulance Charges - Up to Rs. 2000 in the case of an emergency.
- Donor Charges - In the case of an organ transplant.
- Pre-existing Illnesses - Are covered after a waiting period of 4 years.
- Waiver of Deductible - Option to shift to an indemnity health insurance without any deduction for a sum insured of Rs. 5 lakhs if the policy was taken before the age of 50 years and has been continued without any break.
MediSenior
It is an insurance plan customized to cater to the needs of senior citizens whose health requires more attention as age advances. The policy covers the medical expenses to reduce burden after retirement.
Key Features
- Three options of sum insured - 2,3 or 5 lakhs.
- Policy term is of 1-2 years.
- A medical check-up is required before taking policy (50% cost is reimbursed).
- Cashless hospitalization.
Eligibility
- Age 61 years and above.
Benefits
- Cashless Hospitalization - At any of the 3000+ network hospitals.
- Hospitalization Expenses - Including room rent, ICU charges, nursing charges, drugs and consumables used.
- Pre and Post Hospitalization Charges - For a period of 30 days before and 60 days after hospitalization respectively.
- Domiciliary Treatment - For the treatment of conditions, which would otherwise require hospitalization.
- Day Care Procedures - Expenses on the treatment of any of the listed 140-day care procedures which do not require hospitalization.
- Ambulance Charges - In the case of an emergency, up to Rs. 2000.
- Organ Donor Expenses - In the case of an organ transplant.
- Lifelong Renewability - With a grace period for renewal of the policy.
- No Claim Discount - A non-cumulative discount of 5% on the premium amount at renewal after every claim-free year in case the policy is continued without a break.
MediRaksha
It is an affordable basic plan for health insurance. It covers expenses incurred on hospitalization and medical treatment of a person and his/her family.
Key Features
- Cashless facility across network hospitals.
- No medicals required before the age of 55 years.
- Timely claim settlement.
- No loading on the premium at the time of renewal in case of a claim.
- Tax benefits under Section 80-D of Income Tax Act.
- Policy term is 1-2 years (7.5% discount on 2-year policy).
Eligibility
- Adults between the age of 18 years and 65 years.
- Dependent children between the age of 91 days and 21 years.
Benefits
- Cashless Hospitalization - At any of the 3000+ network hospitals.
- Hospitalization Expenses - Including room rent, ICU charges, nursing charges, drugs and consumables used. A sub-limit of 1% of sum insured for room rent per day and 2% of sum insured for ICU charges per day is applicable.
- Pre and Post Hospitalization - For a period of 30 days before and 60 days after hospitalization. 1% of the sum insured or actual expenses, whichever is less, is paid.
- Day Care Procedures - Expenses incurred on any of the listed 144-day care procedures which do not require hospitalization.
- Organ Donor Expenses - In the case of organ transplant.
- Health Check-up - At the end of 4 continuous claim-free policy years. 1% of the sum insured, up to a maximum of Rs. 10000 is admissible.
- Co-payment - A co-payment of 15% on every claim made under this policy. Co-payment means that the policy holder will pay a fixed percentage of the admissible amount.
- Family Discount on Premium - A 10% discount is given on premium if 2 or more family members are covered under the same policy on an individual sum insured basis.
- Lifelong Renewability - If the premium is paid on renewal within the expiry period/ grace period.
Group Accident and Sickness Hospital Cash Policy
This policy works as a supplement to other group health insurance plans to provide a better cover for medical expenses.
Key Features
- Daily cash benefit for hospitalization expenses.
- No medical check-up required.
- Option of choosing from 5 levels.
- Lifelong renewability.
- Tax benefits under Section 80-D of Income Tax Act.
Eligibility
- Age from 6 months to 65 years.
Benefits
- Sickness Benefit - As hospital indemnity for sickness, up to 180 days.
- Accident Benefit - As hospital indemnity for an accident, up to 180 days.
- Accident Medical Expense Reimbursement - For expenses on treatment of conditions, which are not pre-existing, up to a maximum amount as listed in the policy for injuries sustained by the policyholder.
- 100% Coverage - For self and spouse.
- 50% Coverage - For either child.
- Deductible - One-day deductible and 90 days waiting period for sickness hospital cash. 5% deductible on accident medical expense reimbursement.
- Free Look Period - Of 15 days to cancel the policy of not satisfied.
- Grace Period - Of 30 days to renew the policy.
- Sum Insured Enhancement - Can be done at the time of renewal.
The Benefits as per levels are as follows:
Benefits | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Level 5 |
In hospital indemnity for sickness (per day) | 500 | 1000 | 2000 | 3000 | 5000 |
In hospital indemnity for accident (per day) | 1000 | 2000 | 4000 | 6000 | 10000 |
Accident medical expense reimbursement (up to) | 5000 | 10000 | 15000 | 20000 | 25000 |
Disclaimer: This information is extracted from the company's official website to provide information to the general public. The information is likely to change based on the concerned insurance company's discretion. Alterations, deletions and/or additions to the existing policy products, coverage, and their premiums may be enhanced or reduced. These figures are only guidelines. We recommend the individual to visit the official website of the insurance company for more details and updated matters.
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