Care Health Insurance vs New India Assurance Company
On CSR alone: New India Assurance leads with a higher claim settlement ratio in FY 2023-24. But CSR is one data point — also compare plans, premiums, and network before deciding.
Care Health — Strengths
- +90.32% claim settlement ratio (2023-24)
- +Covers AYUSH and mental health treatment
- +No co-payment for policyholders under age 61
- +Global cover available as add-on
New India Assurance — Strengths
- +Oldest and largest public sector general insurer — government-backed
- +Mediclaim policy — one of India's most widely held health plans
- +Accepted at virtually all government and major private hospitals
- +Lower premiums compared to private sector equivalents
- +Floater policies available for families at competitive rates