The free-look provision in a health insurance policy allows the policyowner to:
Explanation
The free-look provision gives the policyowner a set number of days after receiving the policy to review it and, if dissatisfied for any reason, return it for a full refund of premium as though it were never issued. It does not let the owner skip a premium, change the insured, or increase benefits. The free look is a consumer protection ensuring buyers have time to make sure the coverage meets their needs before committing.
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