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Claims

The way insurance companies handle claims largely influences consumers' satisfaction. There are three ways in which insurance companies cover medical expenses:

1) For in-patient and emergency treatments most insurance companies will settle medical expenses directly with a hospital. For inpatient treatment which is scheduled in advance the insurer normally requires the insured person to complete a 'treatment guarantee form'. The insurer can then contact the hospital and arrange payment direct to the hospital. For emergency treatment the insured should contact the insurer as soon as possible to arrange settlement.

2) In some countries and cities insurance companies set up direct outpatient settlement networks where you can go to an outpatient clinic and the bill is settled directly with the insurer without the individual having to pay.

3) Generally for outpatient ... http://insurance-car.ucoz.com/news/medical_insurance_claims/2013-06-14-3366