Key takeaways
- Two policies are allowed — claim the balance from the second if one falls short.
- Corporate + personal is the most common sensible combo.
- Disclose all policies; you can never claim more than actual expenses.
How claims work with two policies
You can hold more than one health policy — for example, your employer's plan plus a personal one. At claim time you can use one policy, and if the bill exceeds its cover, claim the balance from the second. You can never claim more than your actual expenses.
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When two policies make sense
A common, sensible combo is corporate cover (which ends if you leave the job) plus a personal policy you control for life. Some people also add a top-up for high cover at low cost.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I claim from both at once?
Yes — use one first, then claim the remaining eligible amount from the other, up to your actual bill.
Should I tell each insurer?
Yes, disclose other policies when asked. Non-disclosure can cause claim trouble.