Usually, even after you have paid the deductible, an insurance policy pays only a percentage of your medical expenses. Many insurance policies limit the amount they will pay for any single individual's medical bills or for any specific illness or injury. Some insurance policies limit the amount of time they will go on paying for each illness or injury. In that case, after the benefit period for a condition has expired, you must pay the full cost of continuing treatment of the illness, even if you are still insured by the company. A policy with a long benefit period provides the best coverage.
Most insurance policies exclude coverage for certain conditions.
Read the list of exclusions carefully so that you understand exactly what is not covered by the policy. Where to find insurance information If you need information about purchasing insurance, ask your J-1 sponsor about policies available to Exchange Visitors in the United States. Read the policy information carefully and don't be afraid to ask questions before you buy. An agent is an individual who represents one or several insurance companies and sells insurance to individuals and groups. When working with an agent you should feel free to ask questions and take the time to learn about and understand several choices before you make a decision.