FAQs >Medical Indemnity Insurance >Why would I need a medical indemnity... Why would I need a medical indemnity plan? The appeals of medical indemnity plans are that: Premiums are affordable. You know in advance what benefit amount you can expect for covered medical events. You don't have to pay a deductible before receiving your benefits. You don't have to incur medical expenses first, then wait to be reimbursed by the insurance company. Plan benefits can help defray any out-of-pocket medical costs.