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    International healthcare, medical insurance

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    Last update: 13/03/2008

    A large private insurance will provide a full range of services. You will find cover for sickness, doctors, specialists, pregnancy, children, care home, dentist, hospital, fitness… But always remember that to be refund of money, doctors or cure must be approved by your insurance. You should call them before you pay all fees (hospital and specialist are consultants subject of agreements) but usually your GP will reemember to prescribe you a treatment/specialist accepted by your insurance.

    Which Private Insurance

  • Multiple cover:
    Provides a cover for hospital fees, specialists, drugs, dental fees, opticians and pregnancy. They are the most expensive and not very common.
  • Hospital and Specialists:
    It covers the bigger risks, where hospital care and/or specialist is required. The name specialist doesn't mean neither optician nor dental surgery. Any fee must be approved beforehand by the GP to be covered by the private insurance.
  • You can consult http://www.bupa.com/

     
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    James - 12/09/2003
    Medical insurance that covers you no matter where you live.
    Whatever the reason, if you need to leave your home country, Reside Worldwide Medical Plan will follow you. Whether you are a US citizen living abroad or a citizen of another country, Reside provides you with security at home and the freedom to seek care anywhere in the world.
    http://www.vacationtechnician.com/insurance.htm
     
    Sue Hawkins - 09/08/2003
    International health insurance is an essential!
    We've lived overseas now for 2 years and I would heartily agree that having a health insurance package for all eventualities is essential.
    We have used Goodhealth Worldwide (http://www.goodhealthworldwide.com) who have a international network and specialise in expatriate policies. We find their choice of insurance packages and rates very competitive and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to others in our position.
     
    Simon Eaton - 07/01/2003
    Living overseas is fun but make sure you are covered!
    For the past two years I have been living a life of luxury in the Caribbean and I plan to live many more year like this!
    Can I suggest though you look in Health Insurance for expats (http://www.health-insurance-broker.net), as well as make sure you save some money for a rainy day.
     
    Mike Garity - 18/12/2002
    Affordable Health Insurance for People Living Abroad
    Living abroad is an exciting adventure but also poses many unpredictable situations. One of the most serious is the risk of injury or illness in a foreign country. While traditional medical plans offer fine domestic coverage, few are designed for international use or visitors. Even those that offer limited benefits do not normally cover medically supervised emergency evacuations, emergency reunions or repatriation. Different languages, currency conversion, inexperienced international claims administration, and time differences can cause additional complications. Imagine trying to get in touch with most insurance companies at 3:00 a.m. on a weekend - from a foreign country - during a medical emergency!

    There are a number of companies around the globe that provide coverage for international travelers and expatriates. Be sure to find a provider that has the experience and know-how to handle any situation you may encounter if/when the unexpected happens abroad.

    One provider of international coverage you may want to consider is Health Insurance for Expatriates
    http://www.health-insurance-4-expatriates.com

    They provide coverage for people traveling abroad for short trips, extended stays and permanent assignments. Their website contains information on plan coverage; allows you to get instant quotes; and enables you to purchase coverage online. They also can be reached by phone at 877-982-5200 in the U.S. or 781-982-5200 if outside the U.S.
     

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