Health Insurance Renewal
Health insurance renewals make sure you continue to have insurance coverage for medical costs. It is the act of paying for your health insurance plan on or before its expiry date. Insurance companies also offer a grace period of an extra 30 days after the due date to make sure you can renew your plan on time.
By performing your medical insurance renewal on time, you prevent your plan from expiring and losing medical coverage. This can result in having to pay all your hospital bills yourself, which can be expensive, as healthcare costs in India have been
increasing by 14% annually, nearly double the regular inflation rate.
To streamline the renewal process, Reliance General Insurance allows you to renew your health plan online in a few simple steps. We offer flexible payment options and lifelong renewals under our
health insurance plans.
Health Insurance Renewal Benefits
Protects Your Savings
Medical insurance renewal helps protect your savings by ensuring sustained coverage so you don't have to pay for your healthcare costs out of pocket. More importantly, if you let your policy lapse, you'll have to pay higher premiums when you buy a new health insurance policy.
Ensures Uninterrupted Coverage
Renewing health insurance on time helps you avoid a break in your policy and builds trust. This can help you claim additional benefits in the future and ensure you maintain coverage for hospitalisation,
pre- and post-hospitalisation expenses, daycare treatments, critical illnesses, etc.
Offers, Discounts & Bonuses
Timely renewals mean you get to accumulate premium discounts and bonuses, especially for long-term plans. For example, you automatically get a 10% discount when you share your annual health check-up results with us and a 2.5% discount for timely renewals.
Instant Renewals Online
We offer instant and paperless health insurance renewals online through our website and the Self-i app. And to ensure you don't forget, you can also set important reminders on our app so you never miss a renewal date.
Tax Benefits
All health insurance policyholders are eligible for tax benefits under Section 80D of the Income Tax Act (old regime) up to ₹1 lakh* for the premium paid for their and their senior citizen parents' health insurance. By renewing on time, you can continue to benefit from these deductions.
Retain Your Waiting Periods
Timely health insurance renewals also mean you get to retain the
waiting periods in health insurance that you've already served under your policy. Since these can take years to complete, it's best not to let your policy lapse, unless you want to start over under a new health plan.
Why 5 Crore+ Policyholders Trust Us?
Reliance General Insurance is trusted for its reliable and all-around health coverage. You can even enhance your coverage with our 20+ add-ons* and enjoy benefits like lifelong renewability on consecutive renewals of your health insurance plan.
Instant Policy Renewal Online* With the Self-i App |
24/7 Customer Assistance Get Round-the-Clock Support |
Up to 100%* SI Bonus Acquired on Each Renewal |
Up to 50%* Discount On Renewal Premiums |
Reliance Health Insurance Renewal Online
- Visit Renewal: Visit Reliance General Insurance > Renewal > Renew Health Insurance.
- Scroll Up: Alternatively, you can scroll up, input your policy details and click "Go".
- Instant Renewal: You can also use the Self-i app. Tap on "Insta Renewal".
- Review Policy: Review your existing policy and modify it as per your requirements.
- Make Payment: Pay the premium amount to complete your health policy renewal online.
When to Renew Health Insurance?
A health insurance policy must be renewed on or before its expiry date. This ensures uninterrupted financial coverage for your medical expenses. However, if you miss your renewal dates, we offer a grace period and other options for a quick renewal:
What If I Miss the Renewal Date?
If you have missed your policy expiry date, you can still renew your insurance within the grace period to prevent your policy from being cancelled.
How Long is the Grace Period?
Get a grace period of 15 days if you've opted for a monthly payment cycle. For quarterly, half-yearly and yearly payments, get a 30-day grace period.
Grace Period Clause
The recent IRDAI mandate allows you to file a claim during the grace period and cover your medical costs even if you haven't paid your premiums yet.
Types of Health Insurance Renewal Options
You can renew your Health Insurance in any way you prefer. You can either opt for automatic renewal or renew manually to customise your coverage each year.
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Types of Renewal Options |
What is the Process? |
Who Can Opt For It? |
| Automatic Health Insurance Renewal | Health Insurance policy auto-renews at term end. | Ideal for those seeking convenience. |
| Manual Health Insurance Renewal | Policyholder reviews and renews coverage. | For those who prefer control and regular review. |
| Health Insurance Migration | Switch to a different plan with same insurer at renewal. | For those needing a plan upgrade or change. |
| Health Insurance Portability | Shift policy to a new insurer with benefits retained. | For those changing insurers but keeping accrued benefits. |
Note: The above renewal options are subject to policy terms and conditions. Please refer to the
policy wording for detailed information.
Factors to Consider Before Health Insurance Renewal
Current & Future Health Needs
Review your current health condition and future risks to adjust your health insurance coverage. You must also disclose any new illnesses from the previous policy period to ensure continued coverage after renewal.
Look out for Notifications
If there is a change in the policy terms, it will be notified to you over a call or by email. Review updates, check how they affect your requirements and make the necessary changes while renewing medical insurance online.
Understand Renewal Terms and Conditions
Review your mediclaim renewal terms and conditions to avoid discrepancies or issues during future claims. Also, inform family members like your spouse or legal heir so they can help during an emergency.
Seek Customer Support
If you want to get detailed information on the change in policy coverage or new policies introduced, you can connect with the customer support team. They can address your concerns and help renew your health coverage.
Policy Upgrades & Sum Insured
Modify your existing health insurance policy by enhancing the SI and opting for add-ons, if you need them. Alternatively, you can also upgrade to a new policy to benefit from enhanced coverage and a discount on health insurance renewal.
Health Insurance Portability
If you are not satisfied with your current insurer's coverage benefits or services, you can switch your policy to a different insurer like Reliance General Insurance before the renewal date.
Documents Needed for Reliance Health Insurance Renewal
- Proof of Identity - Aadhaar Card, Passport, Driving Licence, etc.
- Proof of Address - Aadhaar Card, Ration Card, Passport, etc.
- Health Insurance Policy certificate
- Medical Records, Diagnostic Test Reports, etc.
Note: Please refer to the
policy details for an exhaustive list of documents.
Can You Transfer a Health Insurance Policy During Renewal?
Yes, you can transfer your health insurance policy to a different insurance provider at the time of renewal. It is referred to as
health insurance portability. Here's everything you need to know about this process:
When to Notify for Health Insurance Portability?
At the time of medical insurance renewal by informing both your previous and current insurer at least 45 days before the renewal date.
Documents Needed for Health Insurance Portability
Proof of Identity and Address,
IRDAI Portability Form, Portability Proposal Form, Health Insurance Policy, Medical Records and Claims History, if applicable.
Why Consider Health Insurance Portability?
If you are not satisfied with your current insurer's services, you can transfer your health plan along with any accumulated benefits to a new provider of your choice during renewals.
How is Health Insurance Portability Beneficial?
You can keep accumulated benefits, such as your cumulative bonus and completed waiting periods, along with other discounts, benefits and bonuses under your health insurance plan.
What Happens When You Don't Renew Health Insurance On Time?
Reasons to Renew Your Policy On Time:
Your Policy Will Get Cancelled
If you fail to renew your health plan before its expiry date or during the grace period, it will get cancelled.
You Cannot Raise a Claim
If you miss the last day to renew your health insurance policy, you will not be able to file claims or access policy benefits.
You Will Lose the Benefits Earned
If you have accumulated benefits such as a cumulative bonus or completed part of your waiting period, failing to renew on time will result in the loss of all these advantages.
Pay a Higher Premium
If you miss your health insurance renewal date and if the policy expires, you need to get a new policy, which can be more expensive.
Undergo Medical Examination
If you fail to renew health coverage, you may have to undergo a medical examination to purchase a new policy.
Tips for a Smooth Renewal Process
Set Reminders
You can do this on your mobile phone's calendar app or the Reliance Self-i app.
Assess Your Needs
Review your health insurance requirements and choose suitable coverage before the renewal date to avoid last-minute hassles.
Don't Ignore Reminder Calls
Don't miss our renewal calls thinking it is spam. Install caller ID apps that help identify genuine callers.
Check Your Email
Review your email regularly to stay updated on policy changes, renewal notifications and discounts on health insurance renewal.
Contact Us for Queries
Please
contact customer care to understand any policy changes since your last renewal and make informed decisions.
Go for Online Renewals
Go for online mediclaim policy renewals as they are simple and quick. In fact, we offer instant and paperless renewals online.
Key Takeaways
Health insurance plans have start and end dates, which are mentioned in your policy document. Once you reach the end date (the last day to renew health insurance), you will need to renew your policy by paying for next year's premiums.
Renewing your health insurance plan also gives you the chance to re-check your policy coverage and make changes to your plan if required. At Reliance General Insurance, we make renewals easy with instant online renewals plus a 30-day grace period if you miss the due date. You can also modify your health insurance plan online by increasing coverage, including add-ons and making use of your No Claim Discount if you had a claim-free year.
Since corporate health insurance policies frequently fall short and
only cover 74% of your healthcare needs, you'll need to buy and maintain a private health plan to ensure comprehensive coverage. With us, you get coverage that meets your changing healthcare needs.
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FAQ About Health Insurance Renewal
What are the grace period benefits of renewing a health plan?
The primary benefit is that you get an extra 30 days to renew your plan and a chance to retain your accumulated benefits, discounts and waiting periods. So, if you renew within the
health insurance grace period, you can prevent your policy from being cancelled, avoid buying a new policy at a higher premium and start your waiting period(s) all over again.
Is automatic renewal available for my policy?
We do not offer automatic renewals, but our renewal processes are instant and simple through our website and
Self-i mobile app.
Will my premiums increase at renewal?
Yes, health insurance premiums increase at the time of renewal. It is based on several factors, including your age, changes in health insurance policy coverage, medical inflation, and optional covers included. However, this increase is significantly lower compared to buying a brand-new health insurance policy.
Can I renew my health insurance online before its expiry?
Yes, you can renew your health insurance online before the actual expiration date.
Do I need a medical check-up every time I renew my health insurance policy?
No, a medical check-up is not mandatory at the time of health insurance policy renewal. However, it is subject to certain personal circumstances. For example, if you attain a certain age or upgrade to enhanced health insurance coverage, you may be asked to undergo a medical examination.
Can I renew my health insurance policy after the due date?
Yes, you can renew your health insurance policy after the due date during the grace period. Depending on your policy, a grace period of 15 to 30 days will be provided to renew your health insurance plan.
What happens if I fail to renew my health insurance during the grace period?
If you fail to renew your health insurance policy during the grace period, it will be cancelled, and you will lose coverage and all the benefits earned. You will have to purchase a new health insurance policy at a higher premium and start accumulating the benefits from scratch, such as waiting period credits and cumulative bonuses.
Can I restore a lapsed or cancelled health insurance plan?
You can restore a cancelled health insurance policy by
contacting us to reinstate your specific health insurance policy. It will be subject to our review and the policy's terms and conditions.
Can I change my coverage during renewal?
Yes, you can change your coverage during renewal by opting for enhanced coverage or upgrading your policy for better coverage and benefits.
Is it safe to renew health insurance online?
Yes, it is safe to renew health insurance online. We extend a transparent and reliable platform to renew health insurance online in a few simple steps.
What is the validity of health insurance?
Reliance Health Insurance can be purchased for a period of 1 year, 2 years or 3 years.
What is the health insurance policy renewal date?
Health insurance policy renewal date refers to the date on which the health insurance policy needs to be renewed.
