LV= Life Protector | ActiveQuote

Date Reviewed:  16.05.2019

 

What is the minimum acceptable age at commencement when applying for LV= Protector?

The minimum age at entry is age 17 attained.

 

What is the maximum age attained at the commencement of insured for LV= Protector?

The maximum age at entry is 79 if you choose level cover or decreasing cover.

 

What is the minimum policy term for LV= Protector?

The minimum term is 5 years.

 

What is the minimum sum assured for LV= Protector?

There is no minimum sum assured, this will depend on the amount of cover you choose, and also your personal circumstances, for example, their age and whether they smoke or not.

 

What is the maximum sum assured for life cover only and where accelerated CIC is included for LV= Protector?

There is no maximum amount of cover, there is only a minimum premium. You can choose the amount of cover that you need.

Please note the following, the maximum amount of cover you can apply for online is £1,500,000.

 

Is there an additional critical illness cover for LV= Protector?

This is not applicable.

 

What is the minimum acceptable monthly premium for LV= Protector?

The minimum monthly premium is £5.00.

 

What are the additional benefits with LV= Protector?

Fracture Cover – Not available

Donor Cover – Not available

Other benefits – Not available.

Sum assured in instalments - Not available.

Large case discount available – Not available

 

What is the total number of critical illnesses conditions covered by LV= Protector?

Terminal illness cover is available

 

What are the exclusions applicable to critical illness cover with LV= Protector? 

This is not applicable as critical illness benefit is not available.

 

Would I be excluded from LV= Protector if

I worked in armed force - Not excluded

Had a pre-existing condition – Not excluded

 

Are there Virtual GP Services for LV= Protector?

 

Remote GP

Our Remote GP service gives your client access to a large team of practising UK doctors to talk through any health issues or medical concerns they may have, without the waiting room or travelling to their local surgery.

How does it work?

Your clients can book an online appointment at a convenient time usually available within two hours, up to five times a year.

 

Prescription Services

This service goes hand-in-hand with Remote GP, in that during your client's GP consultation, the doctor may offer a prescription for a recommended course of treatment.

How does it work?

Once the prescribing GP agrees on your client's medication, they can choose whether to have their private prescription:

• Emailed
• Posted first class
• Sent directly to a local pharmacy to collect; which is usually ready within 1-2 hours.

 

Are there any claims support services for LV= Protector?

The LV= Health and Wellbeing Line

The LV= Health and Wellbeing Line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It offers immediate access to counselling and practical expert advice on anything medical and well-being, as well as legal and financial matters. This service is completely free and confidential, and you and your family can use it as many times as you need.

Health and medical support - You'll have access to a team of trained medical professionals who can answer questions and offer you practical advice and support. This could be anything from childcare issues to what to expect if you (or a member of your family) needs to have an operation.

Counselling Service - Sometimes it's easier to talk to a stranger than to relatives or friends. Counselling is a talking therapy that can help you if your going through a difficult time and don't know who to turn to.

Our experienced counsellors will be able to give you advice on how to cope with any issues you may be facing. Including things like relationship difficulties, bereavement or stress. To make things even easier, you can choose to work with the same counsellor on an on-going basis. Paying for private counselling can be very expensive, and waiting lists for the NHS can be long. With the LV=Health and Wellbeing Line you (and your family) will be able to speak to a qualified counsellor at a time convenient to you.

Remote Physiotherapy

With our Remote Physiotherapy Service, your clients can have access to up to five remote physiotherapy consultations (per year) with a physiotherapist, without the need for GP referral. This includes diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating any musculoskeletal pain or injuries such as back pain, sports injuries or sprains.

How does it work?

Using the app by smartphone, your client can arrange a video consultation, and get an initial assessment by a qualified physiotherapist. The physiotherapist can then offer advice and work with your client to develop a bespoke treatment programme, this may include an exercise plan accessed through the app. If needed, your client may also be sent an information pack and equipment to support their treatment, such as a foam roller and exercise bands.

The remote appointments can be arranged at a time convenient to them, removing the need to take time out of work for their treatment, preventing disruption to their everyday life.

Remote Psychological Services

Your client's mental health is just as important as any physical sickness or injury. That's why we now have a dedicated service to provide mental health support to your clients. With 1 in 4 adults in the UK suffering from mental health conditions, we wanted to provide great services which add value to your client's lives.

Through the LV= Doctors Services app, your client can get remote emotional and behavioural support from a qualified therapist, who is trained to offer counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) as well as other mental health treatments. They can get up to five consultations a year with a specialist, helping them to address any mental health concerns.

How does it work?

Your client can arrange an initial consultation through the LV= Doctors Services app on their smartphone, and speak to a qualified counsellor, therapist or psychologist via video or a phone call. Based on your client's needs, a treatment plan is developed and may include an online programme, for example, online CBT sessions. The therapist is also able to refer your client for a face to face consultation if needed.

Common treatment areas include:

• Anxiety, panic and phobia
• Depression
• Substance abuse
• Obsessive-compulsive behaviour
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
• Sleep disorders
• Eating disorders

 

Discounted health MOTs

We want to help your clients improve their health and wellbeing. As part of LV= Doctor Services, your clients can now get 25% off three different health MOTs.

By having a health MOT, your clients can track their current health, identify potential health risks, and better understand their body. They're then given recommendations based on their results; this may include changes to their diet, physical activity level, lifestyle habits and stress management.

How to access the service

To receive a discounted health MOT, the policyholder or life insured will need to call Square Health on 0333 577 7105 and quote their LV= policy number.

What does it involve?

Your clients will have a range of assessments carried out by a medical professional at a surgery at a time convenient to them. The type and number of tests your client has will depend on the Health MOT they choose and whether they add optional extras. The assessments could include:

• Health questionnaires
• Body measurements (weight and height)
• Blood pressure checks
• Blood samples

To find out more about LV= and our other Life insurance providers call us today on 0800 862 0373 or get a quote now

* Information about the LV= Protector product is provided by Defaqto and is correct as of the review date stated