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Health Economics & Financing

by Arati Barai -
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Health Insurance:

Is defined as "coverage that provides for the payments of benefits as a result of sickness or injury. It includes insurance for losses from accident, medical expense, disability, or accidental death and dismemberment"

Premium:

Is an amount paid periodically to the insurer by the insured for covering his or her risk.

determinants:
  • Age
  • Gender
  • Medical History of the Family
  • Smoking and Drinking Habit
  •  health history
  •  current health status
  •  lifestyle
  •  Profession