SpiceJet, along with Go Digit General Insurance Ltd., has offered passengers an insurance cover of up to Rs. 3 lakh for COVID-19 treatment. The policy cover will be valid for a period of one year and is valid for national & international flights/passengers.
The company said that passengers can choose for insurance covers ranging between Rs. 50,000 and Rs. 3 lakh; at a premium ranging from Rs. 443-Rs 1,564 a year. The charges are inclusive of GST.
In a statement released, Spice Jet announced, “The insurance covers hospital expenses and all pre- and post-hospitalisation expenses for 30 and 60 days respectively. The comprehensive cover includes tests, medication and consultation upon testing positive for COVID-19.”
Additionally, the insurance has no restrictions on room or ICU rent.
While making a claim, customers can either opt for a cashless claim post positive diagnosis report of COVID-19 or a reimbursement claim. Under cashless, the amount is settled with the hospital or the provider directly whereas, in case of a reimbursement claim, the claim amount is transferred to the customer’s bank account, the airline statement further stated.
