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Health insurance, explained simply

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What is an HMO?

A Health Maintenance Organisation (HMO) is a company that provides health coverage for a regular fee. You pay annually or monthly, and when you need care you visit a hospital in their network — often paying little or nothing at the point of care.

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What does "annual limit" mean?

The annual limit is the maximum the HMO will pay out for your care in a year. A ₦1M limit means once claims reach ₦1M, you cover the rest until the next year. Higher limits cost more but protect against big bills.

Understanding waiting periods

Most plans don't cover everything from day one. Surgery, dental, and optical typically have a 6–12 month wait. Maternity usually needs 9–12 months. Pre-existing conditions often wait 12 months. Always check before you buy.

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What's usually NOT covered

Cosmetic surgery, fertility treatments, self-inflicted injuries, and experimental treatments are almost always excluded. If you're already pregnant when you enrol, maternity won't be covered for that pregnancy.

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Individual vs family plans

Family plans cover you, a spouse, and children for one price — usually far cheaper than buying separate individual plans. A family of four can save 40–60% versus four individual policies. Compare the family rate against individuals before deciding.

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Network size matters

A bigger hospital network means more choice and easier access. Hygeia has 2,000+ facilities; Reliance and AXA have 1,000–1,500. Check that hospitals near you are in-network before you pick a plan — not all hospitals accept every HMO.

Prices verified July 2026 from provider websites and public sources. HMO prices in Nigeria change frequently and vary by age, location, and family size — always confirm the current price and benefits with the provider before purchasing. Each plan links to its source for verification.