Cashless Insurance Claims May Still Incur Hospital Costs

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Cashless insurance claims simplify hospitalisation claim processes by allowing direct settlement between insurers and hospitals, eliminating upfront payments by patients. However, this does not guarantee freedom from hospital bills, as some costs may still be incurred. Introduced in the early 2000s, cashless claims use technology and third-party administrators (TPAs) to speed up and ease claim settlements, but insured individuals may still face expenses.

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