A major medical policy is designed as a comprehensive health policy, covering a wide range of expenses, including hospital, surgical, physician, and prescription costs. It provides broader coverage than limited benefit plans such as dental or vision policies. Workers' compensation is not considered a general health policy because it specifically covers occupational injuries.

Exact Extract (Virginia Health Insurance Study Guide): ''Major medical insurance---provides comprehensive coverage for hospital, physician, surgical, and other medical expenses, subject to deductibles and coinsurance. Distinguished from limited health expense policies (dental, vision).''

Reference (Virginia Documents / Study Guide):

--- Virginia Health Insurance Examination Outline, Section 2.2 Comprehensive vs. Limited Policies