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This Health Insurance Agreement is designed for use in the Indian insurance market, providing a legally binding framework for health insurance coverage between insurance providers and policyholders. The document is essential when establishing a new health insurance policy or renewing existing coverage, whether for individual policyholders or group schemes. It incorporates all regulatory requirements set forth by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), including mandatory coverage aspects, standardized terms, and prescribed disclosures. The agreement becomes particularly relevant in the context of India's growing healthcare costs and increasing awareness of health insurance needs. It details all aspects of the insurance relationship, from coverage and exclusions to claim procedures and dispute resolution, while ensuring compliance with Indian insurance laws and regulations. This document serves as the foundation for protecting both the insurer's and policyholder's interests while facilitating efficient healthcare service delivery.

1. Parties: Identification of the insurer and the insured (policyholder), including complete contact details and registration information

2. Background: Context of the agreement, including the insurer's authority to provide health insurance and the insured's intention to obtain coverage

3. Definitions: Detailed definitions of key terms used throughout the agreement, including medical terminology, coverage types, and insurance-specific terms

4. Scope of Coverage: Detailed description of what medical conditions, treatments, and services are covered under the policy

5. Premium Payment Terms: Details of premium amounts, payment schedules, grace periods, and consequences of non-payment

6. Claims Procedure: Step-by-step process for filing claims, required documentation, and timeframes for claim settlement

7. Exclusions: Specific conditions, treatments, and circumstances not covered under the policy

8. Waiting Periods: Details of initial, specific disease, and pre-existing disease waiting periods

9. Obligations of the Insured: Policyholder's responsibilities including disclosure requirements and premium payments

10. Obligations of the Insurer: Insurer's responsibilities including claim processing, communication, and service standards

11. Policy Term and Renewal: Duration of coverage, renewal terms, and conditions for policy continuation

12. Cancellation and Termination: Conditions and procedures for policy cancellation by either party

13. Dispute Resolution: Procedures for handling disputes, including mediation and legal recourse

14. Governing Law: Specification of Indian law as governing law and jurisdiction details

15. General Terms: Standard contractual provisions including notices, amendments, and entire agreement clause