Whole of Life Insurance With no Medical Exam or Health Questions

When we apply for life insurance it’s usually accepted that we may have to divulge personal information about our general health, lifestyle and medical history in order for a provider to assess any risks involved. But, does this always have to be the case?

In this article we look at the circumstances where whole of life insurance policies can be put in place with no need for either a medical exam or completion of any health questions.

If you’re explicitly seeking whole of life insurance cover, ideally, with no requirement for medical exams or to submit any health questions, give us a call on 0808 189 0463 or make an enquiry so we can arrange for an expert to get in touch.

They’re fully qualified to help identify policies and providers that cater for such needs and speaking to them won’t cost you a penny.

Can I take out whole of life insurance without a medical exam?

Yes, this is certainly possible. There are a number of factors which will determine whether an insurer will ask you to attend a medical examination and in many cases it isn’t required.

In order to assess the potential risk they are taking for a standard whole of life policy, insurance providers at the very least need to review the following:

The criteria as to whether a medical examination is necessary will vary depending upon each insurer but in general, if you’re application indicates you:

There’s a strong chance no physical or medical exam will be required for a whole of life insurance plan to be approved.

You’re more likely to be asked by a whole of life insurance provider to attend a medical exam if:

• The amount of cover you’ve requested is considered high value by your insurer
• You have disclosed details of a medical condition (either historical, hereditary or current) on your application
• You have been refused cover previously
• Your provider has concerns regarding the general health information you’ve submitted
• You have lived overseas for a number of years

Is it possible to receive whole life insurance premium quotes with no medical exam requirements?

If you’re simply looking for standard whole life insurance quotes from a variety of providers at this stage, it’s most likely no request for a medical exam will be forthcoming.

However, if you decide to proceed with any cover, the answers you provide on the subsequent health questionnaire may prompt the necessity for a medical examination, in line with the insurer’s internal criteria.

If you have genuine concerns regarding a medical exam which is preventing you from applying for life insurance, the best thing to do is to speak with an expert and outline your reasons so they can identify a solution for you.

Can I take out whole of life insurance without answering any health questions?

Most providers do require, as a bare minimum, certain health questions are submitted as part of the application process. But, what if you’re already receiving treatment for an existing condition or would simply prefer not to disclose your medical information?

The good news is there are a select few insurers willing to offer guaranteed acceptance for whole life insurance with no obligation to provide any health questions or medical exam.

Any whole of life policy that provides such guarantees is likely to be more expensive than standard cover and is typically available within a specific age range (usually up to a maximum of 70 years old).

By completing a health questionnaire, the range of life cover options available to you will be far wider allowing you to find a policy which may be much cheaper and more suitable for your needs.

This is where we can help. If you get in touch we can arrange for an advisor we work with to help you compare standard policies with those that guarantee life cover without providing your medical information.

You can then make an informed choice that best suits your own personal requirements.

Speak to a whole of life insurance expert

The experts we work with have an in-depth understanding of all the different types of life insurance available in the market and can help you identify solutions that suit your needs, as well as save you time and money.

All advice is free and you’re under no obligation to make a purchase. Give us a call on 0808 189 0463 or make an enquiry to get started.