Health Insurance Claim
/ˈhɛlθ ɪnˈʃʊərəns kleɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal request submitted by an insured party to a health insurer for payment or reimbursement of medical services or treatments covered under a health insurance policy.
The patient filed a health insurance claim to cover the cost of the surgery.
Forms
- health insurance claim
- health insurance claims
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Commentary
Health insurance claims must comply with policy terms and insurer procedures; accurate documentation is critical to avoid denials.
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