Underwriters assessing life insurance for those with coarctation of the aorta will consider the following:
- Your age
- Your current weight and lifestyle
- The date of your initial diagnosis
- Any other associated health conditions such as heart attack or stroke
- Associated congenital conditions such as heart disease
- Whether you have high blood pressure
- Whether you have had surgery for coarctation of the aorta
- Whether you smoke
- The impact your condition has on your job
Following these considerations, an insurer will normally be able to inform you of the kind of policy you will be eligible for based on your circumstances.
Generally speaking, if you have coarctation of the aorta but your symptoms do not require treatment and you have never been in hospital for surgery as a result of your condition, you should be eligible for a ‘non-rated’ life insurance policy.
However, if you have had an angioplasty procedure to correct your condition, and you are suffering from symptoms in line with it, you may be considered a higher risk for life insurance, and could pay a higher premium than someone with no symptoms. An insurer will likely request medical records from your doctor to confirm your details and to offer you the best policy available.
At The Insurance Surgery, we have helped many people find the right coarctation of the aorta life insurance cover for their needs. Ratings for an individual seeking life insurance with coarctation of the aorta can vary depending on their individual circumstances, so it is important that you approach the right insurance provider that understands the nature of your condition.
