When is a "Deductible" typically deducted from a claim?

A deductible is an amount that a policyholder is required to pay out of pocket before their insurance coverage kicks in for a claim. Typically, the deductible is subtracted from the overall claim amount before any payment is issued to the policyholder. This means that if a policyholder has a claim for $10,000 and has a deductible of $1,000, the insurer will issue a payment of $9,000 to cover the claim after the deductible has been applied.

The other options do not represent the standard practice regarding deductibles. The deductible is not applied at the start of the policy term, nor is it considered during the underwriting process or at the time of renewing an insurance policy. Underwriting involves assessing risk and determining the terms of coverage, while policy renewals focus on continued coverage terms rather than the immediate effects of a deductible on claims.