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I was admitted to hospital and could not call the insurer immediatel…

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I was admitted to hospital and could not call the insurer immediately—can the claim be denied?

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Emergency treatment should come first, but notify the insurer as soon as reasonably possible and keep records explaining the delay. Notification and pre-authorisation requirements are policy-specific.

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Last verified: September 17, 2026

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