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Accident rider coverage
originally posted: 10/25/2005
revised: 12/12/2010
Q:
I am considering one of the short term health insurance plans at
FreedomBenefits.net . If I do not select the accident supplement rider, are medical expenses related to an accident covered?
A:
Yes, these expenses are covered subject to the policy deductible. If the accident supplement rider is selected then these expenses are covered on a “first dollar” basis and you do not have to pay the deductible.
Another option is to add supplemental policy that adds coverage
to accidents in addition to whatever benefits are available from
other insurance. These polices are an inexpensive way to boost
overall coverage, with some premiums as low as $30 per month.
Examples are
Value 24 Hour Accident Insurance and
Smart Accident Insurance.
Although accidents are covered under medical
insurance subject to deductibles and co-payments, it may be smart to
boost coverage with a rider or separate accident insurance.
More resources:
Value 24 Hour Accident Insurance
Smart Accident Insurance
