Maternity cover in group health insurance plans: Why outdated limits leave employees paying more out of pocket - The Economic Times

One of the biggest advantages of a group policy is the waiver of the maternity waiting period. In individual policies, maternity typically comes with a waiting period of up to three years. In group insurance, this period is usually waived. This allows the employees to claim for themselves or their spouses almost immediately after joining.

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