No one wants to wait 6-8 weeks for underwriting med results to come in. Even worse, if you have a preexisting condition or health impairments, the odds of getting an approval are unlikely. That's why with non-med policies, your chances in qualifying for an instant approval are better, speedy, and more convenient!
What Is Non-Med Vs. Fully Underwritten?
A non-medical insurance plan is simply one that doesn’t require a blood draw and a medical exam. The application process is typically more straightforward and less cumbersome with a quicker turnaround time.
Generally, these kinds of policies have lower coverage than standard fully underwritten plans. However, there are some non-med companies offering $400K or even more of coverage. Please note, this kind of coverage is strictly based on your age and health.
A fully underwritten policy is one which requires a comprehensive health screening, which is paid for by the life carrier. A nurse will typically meet you at your residence or business to take your blood, urine sample, height and weight, and ask general health questions.
Prior to the appointment, you would need to:
As you can see, preparing for the nurse visit can be a time-burden for some. This is especially true if you work full time while raising/taking care of a family.
Additionally, the underwriting decision-making process is more stringent with an average waiting period of 6-8 weeks. The reason is because the underwriter orders on average 5 years worth of health history and performs a more thorough risk assessment. Every marker is checked and evaluated for on your lab report and records.
The upside though is the coverage limits are generally higher vs. a non-medical policy.
Why Does Non-Medical Coverage Stand Out From A Fully Underwritten Plan?
Given that we live in a fast-paced, busy-oriented world, the majority of Ian's clients prefer non-med simply due to the following reasons:
What Do No Exam Life Carriers Check?
When applying for any life coverage, always be truthful with your health history when speaking to an agent. The reason is all life carriers perform their due diligence to better manage risk and avoid possible fraud.
This entails the below verification checks to ensure accurate information is being reported by the insured:
The underwriter checks this report to evaluate your driver’s license history. This includes current or past DUIs, suspensions, tickets, and recklessness.
A pharmacy record is triggered every time a prescription is made from your primary care physician. It will show all the drugs you’ve taken, dosages, and frequencies to give the underwriter a better assessment of your overall health.
This is a master repository containing general information about your medical history, conditions, health diagnosis, treatment types, and details of previous life insurance applications. You can think of it as a credit bureau for life insurance companies to prevent fraud, errors, and omissions.
Ian's Top Four Non-Med Carriers
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Financial Ratings | A A.M. Best Score (strong, stable, and healthy) | A A.M. Best Score (strong, stable, and healthy) | A+ A.M. Best Score (very strong, stable, and healthy) | A A.M. Best Score (strong, stable, and healthy) |
Years In Business | Over 160 Years | Over 115 Years | Over 100 Years | Over 140 Years |
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Financial Ratings | A A.M. Best Score (strong, stable, and healthy) | A A.M. Best Score (strong, stable, and healthy) |
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Financial Ratings | A+ A.M. Best Score (very strong, stable, and healthy) | A A.M. Best Score (strong, stable, and healthy) |
Years In Business | Over 100 Years | Over 140 Years |
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Financial Ratings | A A.M. Best Score (strong, stable, and healthy) |
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Type | Transamerica |
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Financial Ratings | A A.M. Best Score (strong, stable, and healthy) |
Years In Business | Over 115 Years |
Type | Mutual Of Omaha |
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Financial Ratings | A+ A.M. Best Score (very strong, stable, and healthy) |
Years In Business | Over 100 Years |
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Financial Ratings | A A.M. Best Score (strong, stable, and healthy) |
Years In Business | Over 140 Years |
It’s important to note, if you can’t qualify for one of these four companies, you won't be left hanging in the dark. Ian is licensed with 25 other companies where he can properly match you with the right coverage and plan based on your health history.