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The Association of Health Insurers of India (AHPI) has issued a notice to Star Health Insurance, warning of the suspension of cashless services effective from September 22, 2025. No further details about the reasons for this notice or the response from Star Health Insurance and GIC have been disclosed.
Meanwhile, two significant developments in the healthcare sector have come to light. The International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (IIITH) and Hexaware are hosting an innovation challenge on Agentic AI for lifesciences. The purpose or objectives of this challenge, as well as the focus areas, winners, and potential collaborations, remain undisclosed.
In a separate development, Artemis Hospitals has unveiled a Heart & Lung Transplant Centre in North India. However, no additional information about the centre's location, capacity, or specific initiatives has been provided.
The 3rd AHPI Leadership Summit is focusing on people-centric and sustainable healthcare. Despite the summit's importance, no details about the date, venue, or specific initiatives or plans discussed have been made public.
Dr. Ritu Rana serves as the Mission Head for Healthcare at HelpAge India. Her role and responsibilities in relation to the recent developments are not clear at this time.
Star Health Insurance and GIC have responded to the AHPI notice, but no information about their response has been shared. The impact of the suspension of cashless services on healthcare services and patients is also yet to be determined.
As these developments unfold, the healthcare industry continues to evolve, with advancements in technology, such as the innovation challenge on Agentic AI for lifesciences, and physical infrastructure, like the Heart & Lung Transplant Centre at Artemis Hospitals, shaping the future of healthcare in India.
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