How to Get Life Insurance with an Eating Disorder (Anorexia or Bulimia)

Shawn Plummer, CRPC

Retirement Planner, Financial Advisor, Annuity Broker, and Insurance Agent

Why Speak To A Life Insurance Broker For People With Bulimia And Eating Disorders

If you have bulimia or another eating disorder and need life insurance, a broker is your best next step. Eating disorders can raise concerns for insurers, especially if hospitalizations, treatment programs, or related health conditions are involved. While some applications may face higher premiums or denials, other insurers specialize in offering coverage. Instead of applying to one company at a time and risking rejection, an independent broker compares multiple insurers to find the best policy for your situation. Best of all, this is a free service—brokers are paid by insurers, not by you.

Contact us below for free help to find the best options for your specific scenario. You can also call us at (770)-755-1565.

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Why You May Need This Policy

Life insurance provides financial security for your loved ones, covering expenses like funeral costs, outstanding debts, or ongoing family support. For individuals with a history of eating disorders, finding a policy may be more complex due to potential health concerns. However, specialized policies can offer the best, most affordable coverage without the risk of immediate denial, allowing you to safeguard your family’s future.

What We Do to Help You Get Approved

Specialized Underwriting Guidance

Key Insight: Not all insurers treat eating disorders the same
We understand which carriers are more lenient toward applicants with current or past diagnoses of anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, or EDNOS (eating disorder not otherwise specified). We’ll match you with insurers who focus more on recovery and treatment compliance than your medical history alone.

✔ Tailored applications that highlight recovery milestones
✔ Access to underwriters who consider mental health progress
✘ No guesswork—no need to apply to random carriers who might decline you


Access to No-Exam and Simplified Issue Policies

Key Insight: You may qualify without a medical exam
If your eating disorder is in remission and you meet certain health benchmarks, you could qualify for life insurance without a physical—saving time and potential embarrassment.

✔ No needles, labs, or doctor visits
✔ Coverage issued faster than traditional policies
✘ Lower face amounts than fully underwritten options


Guaranteed Issue Life Insurance for Severe or Ongoing Cases

Key Insight: Coverage is still possible, even if you’ve been recently hospitalized
When no insurer will approve your application due to an active eating disorder or severe complications (e.g., organ damage, repeated hospitalizations), we can get you guaranteed issue coverage. These policies have no health questions and are issued regardless of your condition.

✔ Guaranteed approval, no questions asked
✔ Option for small final expense coverage
✘ 2-year waiting period before full death benefit is paid


Who Needs Life Insurance With an Eating Disorder

✔ You’re currently in treatment or recently completed treatment
Insurers want to see stability and long-term recovery. A broker can present your progress in the most favorable light.

✔ You’ve been declined or postponed before
We can help you reapply correctly or choose a different insurer more likely to approve you.

✔ You’re the financial provider for someone else
Protecting your loved ones with life insurance is still possible, even if your medical history is complex.


Who Doesn’t Need This Help

✘ You’ve already secured affordable life insurance after recovery
You may not benefit from switching unless rates drop or your health improves further.

✘ You’re actively hospitalized or non-compliant with treatment
In this case, guaranteed issue coverage may be your only option until your condition stabilizes.


Helpful Add-On Coverage

✔ Long-Term Care Insurance or Hybrid Life Insurance with LTC Rider
If your eating disorder has resulted in long-term complications, this coverage helps pay for care costs later in life.

✔ Disability Insurance
If your condition could impact your ability to work in the future, disability coverage ensures income protection—even with a history of mental health challenges.

✔ Accidental Death Insurance
A low-cost backup plan if traditional coverage is too expensive or delayed.

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. Book a Call with Our Agents
    Start by scheduling a free, no-obligation call with our experienced agents. They’ll review your needs and answer questions to help prevent declined coverage.
  2. Compare Coverage Options
    Our agents will search through multiple policies, comparing affordable coverage options that match your medical history and budget.
  3. Application Preparation
    With our brokers’ guidance, you’ll complete the application, ensuring all medical information, including any history of Anorexia or Bulimia, is accurately provided to avoid rejections.
  4. Underwriting Review
    Our agents work closely with underwriters who specialize in cases involving eating disorders, helping to secure coverage at the cheapest cost possible.
  5. Receive and Review Your Plan
    Once approved, you’ll receive a plan summary with detailed premiums and coverage terms. Our brokers remain available to make any adjustments or answer any questions before you buy.

Features And Benefits Of The Annuity Expert

  • Free Quotes: We offer free quotes so you can explore the best plans without commitment.
  • No Obligation: Our service is free of charge, and there’s no obligation to purchase.
  • Affordable Coverage: Find the cheapest coverage that fits your needs.
  • Agents & Brokers: Our knowledgeable team will help you shop the best plans that prevent denial.

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Shawn Plummer, CRPC

Retirement Planner, Financial Advisor, Annuity Broker, and Insurance Agent

I am a licensed Retirement Planner (CRPC), insurance agent, financial advisor, annuity broker, and former financial trainer with more than 18 years of hands-on experience in annuities and insurance. My National Producer Number (NPN) is 15524738. I spent 12 years training financial advisors nationwide on annuity, insurance, and retirement planning strategies, in addition to 18 years of direct field experience selling annuities and insurance products, helping clients protect their savings and secure reliable retirement income.

I have been quoted in Time Magazine, Bloomberg, Entrepreneur, Yahoo! Finance, MSN, SmartAsset, LegalZoom, U.S. News & World Report, Women’s Health Magazine, Forbes, and many other leading publications.

I am also the founder of The Annuity Expert, an independent online insurance agency and annuity broker serving consumers across the United States. Through this platform, my team and I help Americans remove the guesswork from retirement planning and compare insurance solutions to find the strongest value at the most competitive rates. I want to see you get the best products at the lowest prices.

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