Life Insurance And Medicine: The Prognosis And Underwriting Of Disease (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781258319571)

Life Insurance And Medicine: The Prognosis And Underwriting Of Disease is a comprehensive guide to the medical underwriting of life insurance policies. Written by Harry E. Ungerleider, a prominent physician and insurance industry expert, this book provides a detailed overview of the medical conditions that can impact a person's insurability and the factors that underwriters consider when assessing risk.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the epidemiology of common diseases, the diagnostic tools used to identify them, and the latest treatments and therapies available. It also explores the role of genetics in determining a person's risk for certain conditions and the ethical considerations involved in genetic testing.In addition to medical information, Life Insurance And Medicine also delves into the legal and regulatory aspects of underwriting, including the impact of state and federal laws on the insurance industry. It also provides practical advice for insurance professionals, including tips for conducting medical exams and interviews with applicants.Overall, Life Insurance And Medicine is an essential resource for anyone involved in the life insurance industry, from underwriters and actuaries to agents and brokers. It provides a thorough understanding of the medical factors that impact insurability and offers practical advice for assessing risk and making informed underwriting decisions.Contributing Authors Include Walter Klem, Bert Winter, William November, And Many Others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Harry E. Ungerleider
ISBN-10: 1258319578
ISBN-13: 9781258319571
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Language: English
Published: 05/05/2012
Pages: 1012
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 2.06d