The latest insurer to release statistics of their critical illness claims is Liverpool Victoria.
For the years 2002 to 2005 inclusive:
Average payout = £70,000 - £72,000
Average age of claimant = 45-47
Average duration to claim = 22-25 months
% of claims paid 77%
% of claims declined due to non-disclosure 11%
% of claims declined for other reasons 12%
Related links
Critical illness insurance : News update: March 2006
