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Does Auto Insurance Cover Medical Expenses?
After an accident, drivers and passengers often wonder if car insurance will cover medical expenses. Coverage depends on your policy, state, and the situation. Knowing how insurance works with medical bills helps you avoid surprises. 1. Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Many states require Personal Injury Protection (PIP), especially those with no-fault laws. PIP pays medical expenses for you and your passengers, no matter who caused the crash. It can also cover some lost wages and rehabilitation costs, providing broad medical coverage. If you live in a no-fault state and are injured, PIP pays your medical bills up to your policy’s limit before health insurance or other coverage applies. 2. Medical…