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Health · Chapter 16 · Policy Structure

Probationary Period (Policy Provision)

Definition
A one-time period — typically 15 to 30 days, set by the contract, not by law — starting at the policy's effective date during which sickness claims are excluded — accidents ARE covered. Purpose: block adverse selection from people already incubating an illness.
In plain English
Accidents are datable; diseases can hide. The probation filters out the hidden ones.
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