4 Medical Services Not Covered By Health Insurance

​Not all health insurance companies are the same. Every plan is different and is according to a person's needs. Health insurance also varies according to state regulations, and usually, certain procedures and services are not covered. The following are typically not included:

Fertility Treatments
Most health insurance companies don't cover fertility treatments. However, diagnostic procedures and tests are usually covered by insurers. Patients need the results of these procedures and tests to create a diagnosis. If you're considering a fertility diagnosis, consult your health insurance agent to find out about your coverage from diagnosis to treatment. 

Cosmetic Treatments
Cosmetic procedures to enhance a person's physical appearance, like plastic surgery procedures (facelifts, nose lifts, eye lift, eye bag removal, and others), are not covered by health insurance companies. This reason is that a person elects to undergo these procedures. 

Also included are laser hair removal treatments, tattoo removal, and hair transplant procedures. But you can always contact an accredited provider to find out how much these costs. A cosmetic procedure may be included in the policy coverage if needed to provide treatment for a patient.

Off-Label Medications
Sometimes, doctors may prescribe medications for conditions not included on the drug's label, making it an off-label medication. Regular prescription drugs are covered, but off-label ones are not. Almost all health insurance companies have this policy, but you may still consult your health insurance provider. 

Updated Products, Technology, or Services
New technologies, products, medications, and services may still be untested and unsafe, which is why health insurance companies may yet to provide coverage. Most providers only cover traditional, tested treatments and products studied in-depth, reviewed, and rated by specialists. 

If you have been given a new treatment, your insurance company may ask your doctor to prove that this new procedure is more beneficial than traditional treatments. There are times when an insurance company may only pay for a portion of the treatment. The rest would come as out-of-pocket expenses. 

Conclusion
Consult your health insurance provider if you can use a rider if you can't get coverage for a procedure, drug, or treatment. A rider is an add-on to your policy. It may be an expensive solution and may only work for some types of procedures, but is worth checking in to.

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