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No-medical-exam life insurance: is it worth it?

By Insuregear · 4 min read · Updated June 18, 2026

No-exam policies skip the bloodwork and approve you fast using data and questionnaires. They're convenient, especially if you're healthy and want coverage quickly.

The trade-off

They can cost more than a fully underwritten policy for the same coverage, and offer lower maximums. If you're healthy and patient, a traditional policy may be cheaper.

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