The nature of accidents is such that they come stealthily and depart swiftly, leaving many in tears behind them. Personal accident insurance is efficacious in such situations. The primary purpose of this is to compensate the family in the event of an accidental death or disability. Read on to learn more about the features of personal accident insurance.
What are the Features of Personal Accident Insurance?
The characteristics of personal accident insurance are:
Accidental death of the policyholder
In the event of death due to an accident, the insurance company pays the insured amount to the nominee or the dependents of the deceased. For instance, if somebody has taken personal accident insurance of Rs. 50 lakh and unfortunately passes away in an accident, irrespective of whether it is a major or minor accident, the company will pay Rs. 50 lakh to his dependents as compensation. However, the policy does not provide coverage against death due to childbirth or a complicated pregnancy.
Permanent partial disability
If an accident renders any of your body parts, say a thumb, incapacitated, the insurance company compensates a certain percentage of the sum insured according to the disability, as pre-defined in the insurance policy. If the rate is not already defined, compensation is provided based on the medical certificate prepared by the doctor. The sum is either provided in installments or paid at once.
Permanent total disability
Any major accident can cause a disability of a permanent nature, rendering a body part entirely useless, such as loss of eyesight, hands, or limbs, a paralysis attack, or leading to coma. Such accidents can leave a person unemployed for their entire lifetime, causing financial upheaval in the family. In such cases, the insurer provides the insured sum to the dependents.
Temporary total disability
Few accidents cause disability for a specific period, and there is hope of a complete recovery. Such incidents are categorised as temporary total disabilities. The company provides compensation every week to the policyholder until final recovery. The sum paid is determined based on the severity of the injury. However, if the policyholder harms himself intentionally, the insurer is not liable to pay a single penny.
Accidental hospitalisation coverage
A few policies also compensate for hospitalisation due to an accident. The insurance company bears the expenses during treatment, including the doctor's consultation fee. Pre- and post-hospitalisation charges are also included. The features are very similar to those provided in a health insurance plan.
Ambulance charges and coverage for carriage of dead body
One of the noteworthy features of personal accident insurance is the coverage of ambulance charges for carrying the insured from the location of the accident to the hospital. Unfortunately, if the policyholder passes away during this time, a certain percentage of the sum insured is provided over and above the insured amount to carry the dead body home.
In addition to the above features of personal accident insurance, the insurer also pays for the children's education. Compensation is provided for alteration in the house to ensure the mobility of the insured suffering total disablement. Other add-ons in the policy provide an option of loan repayment by the insurer in the event of the sudden demise of the insured.
Conclusion
The premium for personal accident insurance varies as per the profession of a person. For instance, a teacher has fewer chances of breaking legs than a mountaineer and, therefore, will pay a lesser premium. Ensure that you check out all the features of personal accident insurance and make a wise investment.
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