Bombay High Court’s Big Relief On Health Claims

The Bombay High Court has made important observations regarding health insurance claims. The court stated that insurance companies cannot reject claims solely because they were filed after the prescribed deadline. If the claimant is eligible under the policy terms, the insurance amount must still be paid.

Several insurance companies have been rejecting claims citing delay in submission. However, the court noted that even IRDAI guidelines clearly state that delay alone cannot be the reason for claim rejection. The verdict is expected to provide major relief to policyholders across the country.