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Buying Steps
 
To ensure a speedy underwriting process, don't forget to schedule your medical appointment as soon as it is convenient. The buying process for term life insurance involves the following steps:
Understanding Your Needs
Use the insurance Needs Estimator to determine your insurance needs.
1.  Starting the Application
  For Term Insurance
       - Obtain a term life insurance quote
       - Call a Life Insurance Specialist at 800-642-6974 to request an application form and/or to ask any questions.
2.  Completing the Application
A Fidelity representative will work with you over the phone or in person to start the process, explain the underwriting process, and answer questions.
3.  Gathering Medical Information
A Fidelity representative will call within two to three days to gather medical information and set up an appointment for a physical examination.
4.  No-Cost Physical Examination
A trained professional will visit you at a convenient location - at work or home - to conduct a no-cost examination.
5.  Underwriting Decision
The underwriting decision will be conveyed to your Fidelity representative, who will contact you with the details. This process typically takes four to six weeks.
Under certain circumstances, verification of information and additional medical requirements may be necessary. A Fidelity representative will be assigned to handle all the aspects of getting your case through the underwriting process quickly and efficiently.
 
 

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