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What is an insurance deductible?

Quick Answer

A deductible is the amount you pay out of pocket on a covered claim before the insurer pays anything. Higher deductibles produce lower premiums - the insurer is taking on less risk on small claims.

How a deductible reduces an insurance payout on a claim.
Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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