Comprehensive Major Medical

Comprehensive major medical insurance is a type of health insurance that provides coverage for a broad range of medical services, including both preventative care and major medical expenses. This type of insurance typically covers hospitalization, surgery, and other costly medical treatments.

Here are some key features of comprehensive major medical insurance:

  • Coverage for preventative care: Comprehensive major medical insurance typically covers preventative care such as routine physical exams, vaccinations, and cancer screenings.

  • Coverage for hospitalization: Comprehensive major medical insurance provides coverage for hospital stays, including the cost of room and board, nursing care, and other medical expenses.

  • Coverage for surgery: This type of insurance also covers surgical procedures, including the cost of the surgeon, anesthesia, and other related expenses.

  • Deductibles and co-insurance: Like other types of insurance, comprehensive major medical insurance may include deductibles and co-insurance that the policyholder is responsible for paying.

  • Out-of-pocket maximums: Comprehensive major medical insurance often includes an out-of-pocket maximum, which is the maximum amount that the policyholder is responsible for paying in a given year.

Example:

An example of comprehensive major medical insurance is a policy that covers preventative care, hospitalization, and surgery, as well as other medical expenses. The policy may include deductibles and co-insurance, and may have an out-of-pocket maximum that limits the amount that the policyholder is responsible for paying in a given year. Comprehensive major medical insurance is often offered by employers as part of a benefits package or can be purchased directly by individuals. The coverage can help individuals manage the cost of unexpected medical expenses and provides peace of mind knowing that they are covered in case of a major medical event.

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