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How Can Medical Bills Wipe Out Your Savings?

March 4, 2025
Insurance , Lifestyle
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Dez had it all figured out. At 36, she was just a step away from a major promotion—a milestone that made all the late nights and sacrifices worth it. Financial security was within reach, and the future looked promising.

Then, everything changed.

What started as occasional fatigue soon led to a heartbreaking cancer diagnosis. Suddenly, her focus shifted from climbing the career ladder to fighting for her life. But beyond the emotional toll, there was another harsh reality—medical bills piling up faster than she and her family could handle. Her hard-earned savings, meant for a bright future, were drained in a matter of months. Every resource was exhausted, every favor called in. It was a battle on two fronts—one against illness, the other against financial ruin.

It didn’t have to be this way.

The Rising Cost of Healthcare in Nigeria

Medical emergencies don’t wait, and in Nigeria, treatment for serious illnesses like cancer, stroke, kidney failure, or heart disease can be devastatingly expensive. Private hospitals, known for their superior care, charge millions for treatments like chemotherapy and surgeries. Even public hospitals, though more affordable, still require out-of-pocket payments that many Nigerians simply cannot afford. With no comprehensive national health insurance to fall back on, families are left to fend for themselves.

How Coronation Life Assurance’s Critical Illness Plan Can Help

No one should have to choose between getting better and staying financially afloat. That’s where Coronation Life Assurance Ltd. comes in. Our Critical Illness Plan provides a lump sum payout upon diagnosis of a covered illness, giving you the financial backup, you need to focus on recovery.

What’s in it for you:

  • Lump Sum Payout: You get a direct cash benefit 30 days after survival of diagnosis, which you can use however you see fit—medical bills, alternative treatments, or even daily expenses.
  • Affordable Premiums: Designed to be budget-friendly, so everyone can access protection.
  • Coverage for Major Illnesses: Includes conditions like cancer, stroke, kidney failure, and heart disease.
  • No Medical Bills Required for Payout: Unlike traditional health insurance, you receive the payout directly, no paperwork or hospital receipts needed.

Many Nigerians hesitate to embrace insurance, often due to myths about unpaid claims. However, the reality tells a different story. In the first half of 2024 alone, BusinessDay reported that 14 insurers paid out over N100 billion in claims – see here, with similar reports from other media outlets throughout the year. Additionally, NAICOM, the industry’s regulatory body, enforces strict policies to ensure all valid claims are honored, sanctioning any insurer that defaults.

At Coronation Life Assurance, we prioritize ease and transparency. Our claims process is designed for your comfort—simply visit our claims portal at https://claims.coronation.ng/, provide the necessary details, and let us handle the rest. No stress, no complications—just the support you need when you need it most.

Take Charge of Your Future

No one ever plans to get sick, but being unprepared can make a tough situation even worse. Medical emergencies can wipe out savings in months, leaving families scrambling. Instead of hoping for the best.

With Coronation Life Assurance’s Critical Illness Plan, you can safeguard your future and that of your loved ones. The peace of mind that comes with financial protection is priceless. Act now—because when it comes to health emergencies, time and preparation make all the difference.

Ready to embark on your financial protection journey? Email us at info@coronationinsurance.com.ng or contact us at 02-01-2275475 | 02-01-2275476.

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