New Delhi, May 17 -- Nearly half (48 per cent) of health insurance buyers in India say they purchase policies mainly to protect themselves from rising healthcare expenses, according to the latest Health Insurance CuES 2025 report by Hansa Research.

The report showed that medical inflation is a major concern for consumers today, prompting many to see health insurance not just as a financial backup but also as a way to access quality healthcare and better health outcomes.

Interestingly, it also mentioned that nearly 30 per cent of policyholders are now choosing to supplement their existing corporate health cover with additional personal policies. This highlighted a growing awareness about the need for broader coverage, especially in the f...