National Friendly expands PMI plans

Following adviser feedback

Adam Saville
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Level of cover for Optimum increased and extended hospital list available

Bristol-based mutual National Friendly has increased the level of cover available on its Optimum In/Day-Patient Plan from £250,000 to £1,000,000. New policyholders can now opt into an extended hospital list in exchange for increased premiums. This list now covers a selection of hospitals based in Central London, previously excluded from the plan - National Friendly said 48% of its current Optimum policyholders are from this area. In addition, the insurer's Out-Patient Plan now gives customers the choice of either a £2,000 or £5,000 cover limit each policy year for an increased premium...

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