Porting vs migrating in health insurance: What’s the difference?

[IndiaInsurance]

Dissatisfied health insurance policyholders can change their plans through migration or porting. Migration involves shifting to a new plan with the same insurer, carrying over accrued benefits like waiting periods. Porting allows moving to a different insurer, also transferring benefits, though it's like a new purchase with potential rejections or higher premiums.

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