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Official Knowledge Repository for HDFC ERGO Retail Health Renewals, Customer Support, Calling Scripts, and Quality Audit Standards. Access complete one-pagers, bilingual pitch scripts, premium rate matrices, and 100-mark compliance parameters.

7 Plans
Product One-Pagers
Secure, Restore, Wallet +
5 FATAL
Audit Parameters
100% Zero-Tolerance
Dual-Lang
Pitching Scripts
English & Hinglish
₹5 Cr
Max PA Coverage
Koti Suraksha Plan

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Optima Secure (2026)

Flagship

Revolutionary 4X coverage: Secure Benefit (2X Day-1), Plus Benefit (100% bonus), Restore Benefit, and Protect Benefit (68 Non-medical items covered).

Sum Insured: 5L to 2 Cr | Tenure: 1-3 Yrs | Air Amb: Up to 5L

Optima Restore (2026)

Most Popular

Automatic restoration after 1st claim, 50% Multiplier bonus up to 100%, Stay Active discount (up to 8% for steps), and optional 10%/20% Co-Pay discounts.

Sum Insured: 3L to 1 Cr | Co-Pay: 10% or 20% | Pre/Post: 60/180 Days

Koti Suraksha (PA)

High SI Cover

my:health Personal Accident shield from ₹10 Lakhs to ₹5 Crores. Covers accidental death, comatose, temporary total disability (TTD), broken bones & hospital cash.

Premium from: ₹3,611/yr | Child Edu: Up to 50L | TTD: Up to 104 wks

Renewal Script & Add-On Pitches

Interactive Prompter

Standardized agent flow for retail renewals, including greeting within 5s, mandatory recording disclaimer, upgrade pitching (3L/5L to 10L+), deductibles, and moratorium advantage.

"Good [morning/afternoon], Mr./Ms. [Customer Name]. This is [Your Name] from HDFC Ergo General Insurance... my employee code is 12345..."

Quality Audit Parameters (100 Marks)

Strict Compliance

5 Core evaluation sections based on the corporate audit sheet. Includes 5 Fatal Breaches that immediately lead to 0% call score (Third Party verification, Call recording disclaimer, etc.).

Opening & Closing (18 pts) Compliance (5 FATALs) Etiquettes (28 pts) Sales & Objections (27 pts) Product Knowledge (27 pts)

Crucial Customer Retention Advantage: Moratorium Period (5 Years)

Why Timely Renewal Without Break Is Non-Negotiable: After 5 continuous claim-free renewal years, the policy enters a statutory moratorium period. Beyond this milestone, no claim can ever be rejected on grounds of non-disclosure of past medical conditions (except proven fraud). Explain to customers that every uninterrupted renewal secures lifetime claim invulnerability!

HDFC ERGO Product One-Pagers (2026)

Complete product specifications, eligibility, benefits, and discount grids extracted from official training documents

Optima Secure (2026 Edition)

Signature 4X Health Insurance Plan | Day-1 Double Cover
Comprehensive Cover

Eligibility & Family Structure

Basic Sum Insured₹5L, 10L, 15L, 20L, 25L, 50L, 1 Cr, 2 Cr
Tenure & Discount1 Year, 2 Year (6% off), 3 Year (8% off)
Age LimitAdults: 18 - Lifetime | Child: 91 Days - 25 Years
Family FloaterMax 6 members (Up to 4 adults or 6 children)
Individual PlanMax 6 members (Self, spouse, parents, siblings, in-laws, grandparents, grandchild)
Optional RidersWellbeing, IPA, Unlimited Restore, Hospital Daily Cash, Critical Illness

Core 4X Benefits Breakdown

  • Secure Benefit: Additional 100% Sum Insured available right from Day 1. Effectively doubles your cover without waiting!
  • Plus Benefit: 50% bonus on Basic SI for every policy year irrespective of claims (max up to 100%). Cover increases even after claims!
  • Restore Benefit: 100% SI reloaded automatically after 1st claim in the policy year.
  • Protect Benefit: 68 listed non-medical consumables (gloves, masks, kits, PPE) covered up to SI. Zero out-of-pocket medical bill deductions!

Clinical & Treatment Coverage

• Pre-Hospitalization: Up to SI for 60 Days
• Post-Hospitalization: Up to SI for 180 Days
• Day Care Procedures: Up to Sum Insured
• Home Healthcare: Covered (Min 24h treatment)
• Domiciliary Care: Covered (Min 3 days treatment)
• Organ Donor Expenses: Up to Sum Insured
• Shared Room Cash: ₹800/day (Max 6 days)
• Road Ambulance: Up to Sum Insured
• Air Ambulance: Up to ₹5,00,000
• AYUSH Treatment: Up to SI (Inpatient mandatory)
• E-Opinion: 1 free expert opinion for critical illness/yr
• Tax Benefit (80D): ≤60 yrs: Up to 25k | >60 yrs: Up to 50k

Aggregate Deductible Discount Grid (Optima Secure)

Deductible Amount Base SI < 25 Lakhs (Discount %) Base SI ≥ 25 Lakhs and Above (Discount %)
₹25,00022.5%15.0%
₹50,00040.0%30.0%
₹1,00,000 (1 Lakh)50.0%40.0%
₹3,00,000 (3 Lakh)65.0%55.0%
₹5,00,000 (5 Lakh)Not Available62.0%
₹10,00,000 (10 Lakh)Not Available80.45%
₹20,00,000 (20 Lakh)Not Available88.0% (For SI ≥ 50 Lakhs)
₹25,00,000 (25 Lakh)Not Available90.0% (For SI ≥ 50 Lakhs)

Optima Restore (2026 Edition)

Instant 100% Sum Insured Restoration & Stay Active Rewards
Popular Plan
Basic Sum Insured₹3L, 5L, 10L, 15L, 20L, 25L, 50L, 1 Crore
Tenure & Discount1 Year, 2 Year (6% off), 3 Year (8% off)
Age LimitAdults: 18 - 65 Years | Child: 91 Days - 25 Years
Optional Co-Payment10% Co-Pay (10% Discount) or 20% Co-Pay (20% Discount)
Multiplier Bonus50% SI bonus every year (irrespective of claims), max up to 100%

Stay Active Step Target Discount (Upon Renewal)

  • 5,000 steps/day or below: 0% Discount
  • 5,001 to 8,000 steps/day: 2% Renewal Discount
  • 8,001 to 10,000 steps/day: 5% Renewal Discount
  • Above 10,000 steps/day: 8% Renewal Discount
(Recorded seamlessly through HDFC ERGO Here App)
• Pre-Hospitalization: 60 Days
• Post-Hospitalization: 180 Days
• Shared Room Daily Cash: 3L-15L: ₹800/day | 20L-1Cr: ₹1,000/day (Max 6 days)
• Road Ambulance: Up to ₹2,000
• Air Ambulance: Up to ₹2.5 Lakhs (For SI > 5L)
• Health Check-Up: ₹1,500 - ₹5,000 (Indiv) | ₹2,500 - ₹10,000 (Floater)

Aggregate Deductible Grid (Optima Restore)

Deductible Amount Base SI ≤ 20 Lakhs Base SI > 20 Lakhs
₹25,00022.5% Discount15.0% Discount
₹50,00040.0% Discount30.0% Discount
₹1,00,000 (1 Lakh)50.0% Discount40.0% Discount

Health Wallet

Built-in Medical Reserve for OPD, Dental, Pharmacy & Routine Expenses
OPD & Reserve
Basic Sum Insured₹3L, 5L, 10L, 15L, 20L, 25L, 50 Lakhs
Policy Tenure1 Year
Reserve Benefit₹5,000 to ₹25,000 (Credited as per SI grid)
Multiplier Bonus50% SI bonus every year, max up to 100%
Recovery Benefit₹10,000 lump sum for hospitalization exceeding 10 continuous days
Worldwide Emergency50% of SI (Max ₹20 Lakhs, reimbursement basis)

Reserve Benefit Grid (OPD / Pharmacy Wallet)

Deductible Option3L5L10L15L20L25L50L
No Deductible₹5,000₹5,000₹10,000₹10,000₹15,000₹20,000₹25,000
2 Lakh Ded.₹5,000₹5,000₹10,000₹10,000₹15,000₹20,000₹25,000
3 Lakh Ded.N/A₹5,000₹5,000₹10,000₹10,000₹15,000₹15,000
5 Lakh Ded.N/AN/A₹5,000₹10,000₹10,000₹15,000₹15,000
10 Lakh Ded.N/AN/AN/AN/A₹10,000₹15,000₹15,000

my:health Koti Suraksha (Personal Accident: 10L to 5 Crore)

Complete High-SI Accidental Protection & Disability Cover
Accident Shield

Comprehensive coverage including Accidental Death, Disappearance, Comatose Benefit, Permanent Disability (PTD+PPD Table D), Temporary Total Disability (TTD), Burns, Broken Bones, Parental Care, Dependent Child Education, and Hospital Cash.

Sum Insured (SI) 1 Yr Premium (incl. GST) 2 Yr Premium (incl. GST) 3 Yr Premium (incl. GST) TTD Benefit (Per Week, max 104 wks) Child Education Benefit Hospital Cash (30 Days)
₹10 Lakhs₹3,611₹6,680₹9,747₹10,000/week₹1,00,000₹3,000/day
₹25 Lakhs₹6,531₹12,080₹17,629₹25,000/week₹2,50,000₹3,000/day
₹50 Lakhs₹11,395₹21,080₹30,763₹50,000/week₹5,00,000₹3,000/day
₹1 Crore₹21,172₹39,168₹57,162₹1,00,000/week₹10,00,000₹3,000/day
₹2 Crore₹32,730₹60,550₹88,370₹1,00,000/week₹20,00,000₹5,000/day
₹3 Crore₹44,140₹81,659₹1,19,179₹1,00,000/week₹30,00,000₹5,000/day
₹4 Crore₹55,551₹1,02,769₹1,49,987₹1,00,000/week₹40,00,000₹5,000/day
₹5 Crore₹66,961₹1,23,879₹1,80,796₹1,00,000/week₹50,00,000₹5,000/day

Energy (Diabetes & HTN)

Chronic Care

Specialized coverage for Individuals with Type 1/Type 2 Diabetes and Hypertension. Day-1 complication coverage, 182 Day care procedures, and HbA1c tests covered up to ₹750 twice a year!

• Sum Insured: ₹2L to ₹50 Lakhs
• Wellness Discount: Up to 25% renewal discount based on BMI, Cholesterol ratio, and tests!

Easy Health (Std / Excl)

Traditional

Classic dual-tier health plan. Standard (1L to 15L) and Exclusive (3L to 50L). Cumulative bonus of 10%/year up to 100%. Maternity benefit in Exclusive variant up to ₹50,000.

• Pre/Post: 60 / 90 Days
• Shared Room: ₹500 - ₹1,000/day
• Accompanying Child: Up to ₹800/day

Medisure Super Top-Up

Service SLA

Cost-effective top-up with aggregate deductibles (₹4L or ₹5L). High sum insured up to ₹20 Lakhs with IRDAI-backed service guarantee!

Service Assurance: Cashless response in 6-8 hrs; Reimbursement in 6 working days or HDFC pays ₹1,000 penalty per hospital claim!

Retail Tele-Calling Scripts & Pitching

Approved verbiage for retail health renewals, upgrades, deductibles, riders, and drop-out inquiries

1. Master Health Policy Renewal Script (Word Approved)

Mandatory Script

Greeting & Intro:
"Good Morning / Good Afternoon / Good Evening. This is Rahul Sharma, I am calling on behalf of HDFC Ergo General Insurance Company Limited. Am I speaking with Mr. Rajesh Verma?"

Compliance Disclaimer (FATAL Parameter):
"This call is being recorded for internal Training and Quality Purposes."

Purpose of Call & Policy Details:
"This call is regarding your health policy renewal. As you are our valued customer, this call has been made before the due date of your policy. Your policy is Optima Secure Floater plan, policy's Sum Insured amount is 5 Lakh, the premium for your policy is Rs 22,000, and the policy's Due Date is 15/10/2026. Would request you to kindly renew your policy so that you can continue using your health policy hassle-free."

Payment Mode Probing:
"May I know when you will renew your policy? Which mode will you pay by: Online or Cheque?"
• If Cheque: "Sir/Madam, would like to suggest digital payments to lessen your burden of submitting a cheque. Digital payment is immediate and your policy copy proof will be received instantly."
• If Online: "Sir/Madam, we will share the link through our website payment mode. Appreciate your decision to renew well before time!"

Closing & Feedback:
"Would you like to get any further information regarding the renewal of your policy? Sir/Madam, hope the information provided has been satisfactory. Kindly let us know if you have any further queries. If not, please feel free to share your valuable inputs so we can improve our services. Thank you for your precious time, have a wonderful day ahead!"

Dual-Language Pitching Cards (English & Hinglish)

Deductible Option - Smart Savings on Premium

"Good morning/afternoon, Mr. Rajesh Verma. This is Rahul Sharma calling on behalf of HDFC Ergo General Insurance Co. Ltd. (Emp Code: 12345). First of all, thank you for being a valued customer. Let me share an exciting feature: our Deductible Option. This allows you to voluntarily choose a fixed amount to pay during a claim, and in return, you receive a direct 22% to 50% discount on your premium! For example, opting for a Rs. 50,000 or Rs. 1 Lakh deductible significantly reduces your annual premium while keeping you fully protected for major hospitalization expenses."

Sum Insured Upgrade - Move from 3L/5L to 10L & Beyond

"Currently, your sum insured is 5 Lakh, which may not be sufficient considering today's rising medical inflation and healthcare costs. This renewal is a great opportunity to upgrade to Rs. 10 Lakhs or higher, giving you stronger financial security. A higher sum insured ensures access to top super-specialty hospitals, seamless claim approvals, and complete peace of mind with just a nominal difference in premium."

Must-Have Riders - Unlimited Restore, Wellbeing & PA

"You also have the option to add valuable riders to your base policy for enhanced 360-degree protection:
• Unlimited Restore: Refills your sum insured unlimited times in a policy year, no matter how many claims are made.
• Optima Well-being: Offers preventive health check-ups, wellness sessions, and lifestyle rewards.
• Personal Accident Cover: Provides substantial extra financial payout in case of accidental injuries or mishaps."

Auto Renewal Mandate (AR Mandate)

"To make your renewal process completely stress-free, you can now opt for our Auto Renewal Mandate (AR Mandate). This guarantees your policy will automatically renew every year on time, eliminating the risk of policy lapse or loss of accumulated waiting period benefits due to busy schedules."

PDO Script (Website Visitor Drop-Out Follow-Up)

Website Drop-Off

Opening & Purpose:
"Good Morning / Afternoon / Evening Sir/Madam, this is Rahul Sharma calling on behalf of HDFC ERGO General Insurance Company Limited. Am I speaking with Mr. Rajesh Verma? This call is being recorded for internal Training and Quality Purpose. Is this a convenient time to talk? We noticed that you visited our website recently. May I know if there is any renewal-related query? We will be happy to assist you."

Here App Promotion Closure:
"Sir/Madam, would also like to inform you that HDFC ERGO has launched the Here App which you can download from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. You can view your policy details, check e-Challan, calculate your BMI, track fitness activities, and manage claims seamlessly. Thank you for your valuable time, have a wonderful day ahead!"

Retail Renewal Calling Flow & Objection Handling

Visual call flow diagram derived from the official Retail Calling Process document
1

Call Opening & Greeting (Within 5 Seconds)

Greet the customer promptly without casual slang (No 'Hi' / 'Hello' / 'Hey'). Introduce agent name, employee code, and HDFC ERGO General Insurance Co. Ltd. Perform Right Party Contact (RPC) confirmation.

5 Marks Weightage RPC Confirmation
2

Seek Permission & Pitch Mandatory Disclaimer

Check if it is a convenient time to speak. State clearly: "This call is being recorded for internal Training and Quality Purpose." (Non-negotiable compliance rule).

FATAL Parameter #2.2 Mandatory Compliance
3

State Purpose of Call & Due Date Reminder

Explain that the call is for advance renewal. Quote the exact Plan Name, Sum Insured amount, Premium amount (with GST), and the due date.

4 Marks Weightage Due Date Transparency
4

Payment Commitment & Probing

Probe whether the customer is ready to renew: ask for mode of payment (Online vs Cheque). Guide to digital online link to avoid manual cheque collection delays.

Digital Mode Promotion Conversion Driver
5

Objection Handling & Proactive Pitching

If customer hesitates or asks for callback: probe reason for non-payment. Pitch value-enhancing upgrades: Deductibles (savings), Sum Insured Upgrade (inflation safety), Riders (Unlimited Restore / Wellbeing), Auto Renewal Mandate, and Here App.

27 Marks (Sales & Objection) Moratorium Pitch
6

Professional Call Closing & Feedback

Offer further assistance, seek customer satisfaction/feedback, and close with the approved polite sign-off verbiage.

5 Marks Weightage Script Adherence

Quality Audit & Compliance Scorecard

Official 100-mark evaluation framework from Evaluation Sheet Parameter.xlsx with real-time FATAL breach detection
Current Evaluated Score
100 / 100
Target Benchmark: ≥ 85% for Retail Operations
Evaluation Grade
EXCELLENT (PASS)

Interactive Rate Cards & Premium Calculators

Compute Koti Suraksha PA premiums, Deductible discounts, and Energy wellness rating instantly

Koti Suraksha PA Rate Card

PA Calculator
Total Premium (with GST)
₹3,611
TTD Cover: ₹10,000/week | Hosp Cash: ₹3,000/day

Deductible Discount Finder

Discount Matrix
Instant Premium Discount
22.5%
Applied directly on renewal quote

Energy Wellness Score Rater

Diabetes Rewards
Wellness Score & Discount
25% Renewal Discount
32 Points

Side-by-Side Product Comparison Matrix

Feature Benchmark
Feature / Parameter
Optima Secure
Optima Restore
Health Wallet
Day 1 Coverage Boost
Secure Benefit: 2X cover immediately
Base Sum Insured only
Base Sum Insured only
Cumulative / Multiplier Bonus
50% per yr up to 100% (Regardless of claims)
50% per yr up to 100% (Regardless of claims)
50% per yr up to 100%
Restore Benefit
100% Restore after 1st claim
100% Restore after 1st claim
100% Restore upon Base + Bonus exhaustion
Non-Medical Consumables
Protect Benefit (68 items)
Standard exclusion
Paid via Reserve Wallet
Pre & Post Hospitalization
60 Days Pre / 180 Days Post
60 Days Pre / 180 Days Post
60 Days Pre / 90 Days Post
Air Ambulance Cover
Up to ₹5,00,000
Up to ₹2,50,000 (SI > 5L)
Not Covered
Health Wallet / OPD Reserve
N/A
N/A
₹5k to ₹25k annually

Moratorium Period Advantage & Here App Services

Deep dive into statutory claim immunity rules and digital app engagement

The Moratorium Advantage (5 Continuous Claim-Free Years)

Statutory Protection

In Indian health insurance regulations, after completing 5 continuous policy years without a break, the policy enters into the Moratorium Period.

Golden Rule for Agents: "After this 5-year period, no claim can be rejected on the grounds of non-disclosure or misstatement of past medical conditions, except in cases of proven fraud."

How to Pitch to the Customer:

  • Lifetime Peace of Mind: Even if any health condition was missed unintentionally during initial policy inception, the claim is 100% protected.
  • Exclusive Loyalty Shield: This protection cannot be purchased by a new customer with money—it is exclusively earned through renewal continuity.
  • Future-Proofing: Skipping or delaying renewal resets this vital timeline, causing irreparable loss of claim security!

HDFC ERGO Here App Features

Digital Ecosystem

The Here App is HDFC ERGO's all-in-one digital companion for health and motor policyholders available on Android Play Store and Apple App Store.

E-Challan Checker: Check and pay vehicle traffic challans instantly within seconds.
BMI & Fitness Tracker: Calculate Body Mass Index and log daily steps for Stay Active discounts.
Policy & Card Vault: Download instant cashless health cards and 80D tax exemption certificates.
Hospital Locator: Locate 12,000+ cashless network hospitals near customer GPS location.