This facility is being provided to patients that are not currently covered by medical insurance. The policy will be made available through third-party administration (TPA) channel. The patients will receive a photo identification card, which will enable them to obtain medical facilities without paying any amount.

The subsequent medical expenses of the patients will be billed directly to the insurance company providing the cover. The policyholder will have the advantage of avoiding complicated and time-consuming insurance claim processing.

Says RG Stone Urological Research Institute executive director Hanish Bansal: "At RG Stone, we have always attempted to provide the best medical facilities to our patients. On our 16^th anniversary, we are announcing a free medical insurance cover for our patients. It will go a long way to ensure their future."

The facility will be provided automatically to patients availing of the facilities of the institute. RG Stone will provide the entire documentation and support. The institute will also bear the entire cost of the first year's premium. The patients will be able to contact the insurance company or their service providers directly for processing any future claims.

RG Stone is India's first and finest specialised urology institute. It was established in 1987 and has a track record of providing successful treatment to over 36,000 patients.

R G Stone has been a front-runner in all aspects of urology. It is accredited with introducing lithotripsy in India. The institute has a wide range of experience and expertise in all aspects of treatment of diseases relating to stones and associated ailments. It regularly introduces latest technologies for the benefit of its patients including the recently introduced holmium laser.

The quality of the institute is highly appreciated. It received ISO 9002 certification in 2003. The institute is on panel of many leading government and public sector undertakings.

The institute enjoys a good reputation not only in India but also in many other countries. It has over 25 international publications on its credit and has catered to many patients from overseas.

The medical team comprises super specialists in the areas of urinary stones, prostate diseases and gall stone management. The medical professionals are continuously updated with various international developments in the area. RG Stone has also trained many surgeons and urologists. The institute has a presence in New Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.