coverage period

[ˈkʌvərɪdʒ ˈpɪriəd]
nounpl: coverage periods
período de cobertura
1. The specific time frame during which an insurance policy, warranty, or service agreement is active and provides protection or benefits
The insurance coverage period extends from January 1st to December 31st.
O período de cobertura do seguro se estende de 1º de janeiro a 31 de dezembro.
2. The designated timeframe in which media or news reporting focuses on a particular event or topic
The coverage period for the election lasted three months.
O período de cobertura das eleições durou três meses.
3. In healthcare, the duration for which medical treatment or insurance benefits are valid
Your coverage period includes preventive care and emergency services.
Seu período de cobertura inclui cuidados preventivos e serviços de emergência.
In Brazil, this term is predominantly used in insurance, healthcare, and warranty contexts. The concept is deeply tied to consumer protection laws and the Brazilian insurance regulation system. In the USA, it's equally important in health insurance discussions, particularly relevant after healthcare reforms. The term carries significant legal weight in both countries regarding consumer rights and service obligations.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
coverage termpolicy periodeffective periodterm of coverageperiod of validity
Antonyms / Antônimos
exclusion periodwaiting periodnon-coverage period

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
período de cobertura
Standard usage in insurance and healthcare contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
período de cobertura / vigência da cobertura
Business and insurance hubs often use 'vigência' as alternative
Rio de Janeiro
período de cobertura
Standard usage, common in financial and insurance sectors
Portugal
período de cobertura / período de vigência
Both terms are used; 'período de vigência' is equally common in Portuguese European usage

Related Words

insurance policydeductiblepremiumclaimwarrantyeffective dateexpiration datebeneficiary

Related Idioms & Phrases

during the coverage period
within the coverage period
coverage period expires
extend the coverage period
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