Accident Insurance
Focus on recovery—not on your finances.
Help alleviate the added costs that may result from an accident with MetLife Accident Insurance.
Accidents happen every 2 seconds at home and every 7 seconds on the road.1 And accidents can be expensive; each trip to the emergency room costs an average of $1,233.2 Expenses can add up quickly.
Protect your family’s budget by enrolling for MetLife Accident Insurance today. Here’s why:
- * You get broad coverage
More than 150 events and services, such as fractures, 2nd & 3rd degree burns, and treatments resulting from an accident are covered. - * Payments are made directly to you.
You decide how to spend the money: Pay for medical expenses not covered by your plan, like copays or deductibles, or for non-medical needs like household bills, childcare, or home modifications. - * You won't be denied coverage
You and your eligible family members are guaranteed coverage, as long as you are actively at work.3 That means no medical exam and no hassle. - * It’s less expensive than you may think.
Take advantage of employee rates when applying for coverage through your employer.
Accident Insurance
How can having MetLife Accident Insurance benefit you?
- This plan provides a lump-sum payment for over 150 different covered events, such as these:
Fractures4, dislocations4, second and third degree burns, skin grafts, torn knee cartilage, ruptured disc, concussions, cuts/lacerations, eye injuries, coma, broken teeth. - You receive a lump-sum payment when you have these covered medical services/treatments:5
Ambulance, emergency care, inpatient surgery, outpatient surgery, medical testing benefits (including X-rays, MRIs, CT scans), physician follow-up visits, transportation, therapy services (including physical and occupational therapy, speech therapy).
This plan provides protection 24 hours a day — while on or off the job. See your Disclosure Statement or Outline of Coverage/Disclosure Document for full details on your coverage.
| Accident Insurance Rates (Bi-weekly) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Type | Low Plan | High Plan |
| Employee Only | $2.75 | $4.97 |
| Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner | $5.16 | $9.49 |
| Employee + Children | $5.86 | $10.79 |
| Employee + Family | $7.28 | $13.26 |
Frequently Asked Questions
You are eligible to enroll yourself and your eligible family members. You need to enroll during your Enrollment Period and be actively at work for your coverage to be effective.
Because accidents can happen anytime, anywhere, when you least expect them, and they can be costly. You hurt your back while doing home repairs, your child is injured while on the playground or playing sports, or your spouse slips on the stairs.
Even quality medical plans can leave you with extra expenses to pay. Costs like plan deductibles, copays for doctor and emergency room care, testing and supplies, or extra costs for out-of-network care may not be covered. Many people aren’t financially prepared to handle these extra costs. Having the extra financial support if the time comes may mean less worry for you and your family.
Yes! Your accident coverage is guaranteed issue,3 which means your acceptance is guaranteed, regardless of your health. You just need to be actively at work for your coverage to be effective. There are no medical exams to take and no health questions to answer.
Premiums will be conveniently paid through payroll deduction, so you don’t have to worry about writing a check or missing a payment.
No. Your coverage will be in force on the effective date of your coverage. There are no waiting periods to satisfy
Payments will be paid directly to you, not to the doctors, hospitals or other health care providers. You will receive a check, payable to you, for maximum convenience.
Yes, you can take your accident insurance coverage with you.6 You will need to continue to pay your premiums to keep your coverage in force. Your coverage will only end if you stop paying your premium or if your employer offers you similar coverage with a different insurance carrier.
Yes, you can use your payment as you see fit. Use it to help cover your medical insurance deductibles, copays, household bills and more.
Open Enrollment:
October 27, 2021 - November 10, 2021.
Questions? Call us at 1-800-438-6388.