Self insured for car insurance refers to a policyholder or employer assuming responsibility for covering the costs of claims and losses, managing risk directly without relying on a traditional insurance carrier.
Proration in insurance refers to adjusting premium payments or coverage based on a partial period of coverage, typically applied when a policy is started mid-term or discontinued early.
$500 deductible with full glass coverage refers to an insurance policy term where the insured pays a $500 deductible amount before the insurer covers full glass repair or replacement costs. This term is commonly used in auto insurance for windshield and window glass claims.
Pending insurance refers to a state where an insurance application or claim has been submitted but has not yet been finalized or approved by the underwriter. This transitional period involves the verification of data, risk assessment, and administrative processing.
Pre-licensing refers to the mandatory educational and training phase an individual must complete before they are eligible to sit for a professional licensing examination. It is most common in highly regulated industries such as insurance, real estate, and healthcare.
First Dollar Coverage is an insurance term describing a policy that pays for medical expenses beginning with the first dollar spent, eliminating out-of-pocket costs for the insured.
Flood Zone X500 is a designation used by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to identify areas of moderate to minimal flood hazard. Properties in this zone are typically outside the 1% annual chance floodplain but may still face limited risk. Flood insurance is generally not federally mandated but remains available.
BCBS out-of-state refers to healthcare coverage received outside the policyholder’s home state. Coverage levels depend on the specific plan type and network agreements. The Blue Card program often facilitates access for PPO members traveling nationally.
Self pay is a payment method where individuals cover the full cost of services themselves, without involving insurance or third‑party payers. It is common in medical, dental, and other professional services.
Insurance stacking allows policyholders to combine coverage limits from multiple vehicles or policies to increase total available coverage. This practice primarily applies to uninsured and underinsured motorist protection. Availability depends on specific state regulations and policy terms.