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How to file a reimbursement claim

5 min read · Reviewed for general accuracy · Updated May 2026

When cashless isn't available, you pay first and claim back. Here's how to do it cleanly.

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1. When reimbursement applies2. Documents you'll need3. The steps

When reimbursement applies

You use reimbursement when treatment is at a non-network hospital, or when cashless was denied or not requested. You pay the hospital and then claim the amount back from the insurer.

Documents you'll need

Typically: the duly filled claim form, original hospital bills and receipts, the discharge summary, investigation reports, doctor's prescriptions, and your policy and ID details. Keep copies of everything.

The steps

Intimate the insurer/TPA of the hospitalisation, collect all originals at discharge, submit the claim form with documents within the policy's submission window, and track the claim number for status.

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Upload your policy and the insurer’s letter — Claim Saathi reads both, finds the exact clause, and helps you respond.

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This article is general educational information, not legal, medical, or financial advice. Insurance rules and timelines change — verify current regulations before acting, and consult a qualified professional for your specific situation.

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