In 2002, the Insurance Regulatory Authority of India (IRDA) initiated the cashless hospitalization process. It provides cashless treatment to those who purchase health insurance coverage through a third-party administrator. https://www.nivabupa.com/health-insurance-articles/what-is-cashless-hospitalization.html

What is Cashless Hospitalization? | Niva Bupa

With cashless insurance, say goodbye to all your worries about arranging money at the last minute of health emergency. Read on to know more about cashless hospitalization.