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Q: What is pre-existing health condition?
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What is the duration of the preexisting condition exclusion period for health insurance coverage?

The duration of the preexisting condition exclusion period for health insurance coverage can vary, but it is typically up to 12 months for individual health plans and up to 18 months for group health plans.


Is prostate cancer considered a preexisting condition?

If you try to get health insurance and you have cancer, it is considered a preexisting condition.


What is the definition of a preexisting condition?

The diseases which already existed at the time of taking the health insurance policy are attributed as preexisting condition. The Health Insurance Co. is at liberty to cancel your claim forthwith if it is proved that you contacted any such disease after taking the policy.


Is a dislocated shoulder a preexisting condition?

If your shoulder commonly comes out of its socket, then it is a preexisting condition. If it is the first time you have dislocated your shoulder or if you have never dislocated your shoulder, then it is not a preexisting condition.


Does there have to be a diagnosis to be considered a preexisting condition?

According to my insurance company if you have seen a doctor about the condition it is preexisting.


Is it possible to get health insurance with a preexisting condition?

If you are being offered a health plan through a company there should be no preexisting condition requirements. If you are going through another company when you lost your job there may be problems getting insurance. You should contact different companies to see, but the new health care bill should protect you. This site has more information: http://www.csmonitor.com/USA/Politics/2010/0324/Health-care-reform-bill-101-rules-for-preexisting-conditions


Does health care insurance have to cover preexisting illnesses?

Some Health insurances cover preexisting illness.


What information is valuable in helping a health care provider assess a patient's condition?

symptoms, preexisting conditions, signs, lab tests.


Are mamagrams considered pre existing condition?

No, a mammogram is a test used to check for breast cancer, it is not a condition at all. Preexisting conditions are medical conditions you had prior to entering a health plan such as hypertension or diabetes.A mammogram is a test, not a condition as stated. To deny someone medical insurance stating that the mammogram they had was a preexisting condition is just a way these health insurance plans try to reduce the amount they have to pay on claims only wanting you to pay into them.


Is prematurity considered a preexisting condition?

yes


Can you get individual health insurance if you have a preexisting condition?

Yes, though it is hard. Also, preexisting conditions vary, as far as definition, from one company to another. While it is easier to get coverage through an employer, you are able to get it via a private company.


Coding a condition as primary when the majority of the treatment is for a preexisting condition?

illegal