There are several reasons why a medical insurance company denies applications for medical insurance. Many people believed before that insurance companies deny applicants because of an individuals' lack of income or the absence of a stable employer. There are other factors that contribute to an individual's denial of a health insurance plan. Medications taken by an applicant in the past could potentially be a reason for a medical insurance company to deny the application. Some insurance companies consider previously prescribed drugs for certain conditions as a basis for denial. Only medications for conditions related to the major organs (brain, heart, or stomach) were previously thought to be causes for denial; however, there was one instance when an insurance company denied a woman's application for medical insurance because she took fertility drugs in the past to conceive kids. Weight is also a factor that a medical insurance company will consider when approving applications for health insurance. Several overweight and underweight individuals have been denied coverage because they did not meet some insurance companies' weight requirements. Your family’s medical history will also be looked into by the insurer. Usually, people with family histories of diabetes, cancer, or some genetic illnesses have a higher rate of denial compared to people with a healthy family. Pre-eisting condition is also a big factor in getting a health policy. There are several insurance companies though that offer insurance policies to individuals with pre-eisting medical conditions but pre-eisting conclusions usually apply. You still have other options if a medical insurance company denies your application. You can check with other insurance companies that will offer coverage despite certain health conditions that you might have. There are also many states that have an option called a high-risk pool that allows certain uninsurable individuals to obtain coverage. - June 26, 2009 @ 10:39 am