If you are not in a guaranteed issue situation (new to Medicare, etc), we will send you additional steps and authorizations in regards to medical underwriting. Below are the core applications terms and you'll get an emailed confirmation with full details as well.
READ CAREFULLY, AND SIGN AND DATE WHERE INDICATED.
• I affirm that the answers on this Application Form are complete and true to the best of my knowledge and belief and are the basis for issuing coverage. I understand that the Application Form becomes a part of the insurance contract and that if the answers are untrue, the carrier may have the right to rescind my coverage or adjust my premium.
• For your protection State law requires the following to appear on this Form: Any person who knowingly presents false or fraudulent information to obtain or amend insurance coverage or to make a claim for the payment of a loss is guilty of a crime and may be subject to fines and confinement in state prison.
• I understand coverage, if provided, will not take effect until issued by the carrier, the actual premium is not determined until coverage is issued and that this Application Form and payment of the initial premium does not guarantee coverage will be provided.
• I acknowledge receipt of the Guide to Health Insurance for People with Medicare and the Outline of Coverage.
• A rate guide is available that compares the policies sold by different insurers. You can obtain a copy of this rate guide by calling the Department of Insurance’s consumer toll-free telephone number (1-800-927-HELP), by calling the Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) toll-free telephone number (1-800-434-0222), or by accessing the Department of Insurance’s Internet Web site (www.insurance.ca.gov).
If the Application Form is being completed through an Agent or Broker:
• I understand an agent or broker discussing Plan options with me is appointed by the carrier, and may be compensated based on my enrollment in a Plan.
• I understand that an agent or broker cannot change or waive any terms or requirements related to this Application Form and its contents, underwriting, premium or coverage and cannot grant approval.
Please note: The pre-existing condition exclusion does not apply to you if you are in your Open Enrollment or entitled to guaranteed issue.