Accelerated underwriting
Some fully underwritten products use data and health information to decide whether an exam can be waived for a qualifying applicant.
Underwriting options
How no-medical-exam life insurance actually works
No-medical-exam does not mean no underwriting. Depending on the product, a carrier may use health questions, prescription history, consumer reports, medical records, databases, or a telephone interview. Some applicants are moved to a traditional exam path after review.
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Simplified issue
These products generally use fewer health questions and may offer different face amounts, pricing, and eligibility rules than fully underwritten coverage.
Guaranteed issue
Eligible applicants may not answer health questions, but coverage amounts, waiting periods, age ranges, and pricing can differ materially.
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What shoppers ask
Is no-exam life insurance more expensive?+
It can be, depending on the product and applicant. Some accelerated fully underwritten policies may offer competitive pricing, while simplified or guaranteed-issue products can cost more for the coverage provided.
Can a carrier ask for an exam after I start online?+
Yes. A carrier may require an exam, records, interview, or other evidence based on its rules and the information found during underwriting.