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Mortal Remains Transportation Coverage

Losing a loved one is never easy. When the death occurs far from home, it can add stress to an already difficult time. Mortal Remains Transportation Coverage ensures your loved one’s remains safely reach their final resting place. It’s one of the many valuable benefits offered with certain MASA plans.

What is Mortal Remains Transportation Coverage?

Mortal Remains Transportation Coverage ensures the mortal remains of an insured person are transported to a location near their residence if they pass away more than 100 miles from home. MASA coordinates and covers the transportation of the remains.

Why do I need Mortal Remains Transportation Coverage?

The unexpected loss of a loved one is a deeply emotional and stressful experience, and the added burden of arranging for the transportation of their remains can be overwhelming. Mortal Remains Transportation Coverage helps alleviate this burden by covering the cost and logistics of returning your loved one’s remains home.

Without this coverage, transporting mortal remains can cost thousands of dollars, especially if the death occurs far from home or in another country. With Mortal Remains Transportation Coverage, you can focus on grieving and celebrating your loved one’s life, knowing that their remains will be treated with care and returned home with dignity.

Mortal Remains Transportation Coverage in action

Imagine your elderly parent is visiting friends in another state when they unexpectedly pass away. The distance between their location and your family’s residence is more than 100 miles. With Mortal Remains Transportation Coverage, MASA is just a phone call away to help. We’ll cover the cost of transporting your loved one’s remains back home.

Your family can proceed with making funeral or memorial arrangements, knowing that your loved one has been returned home with care and respect.