admin Health insurance premiums ran about $438 per person per month in the U.S. in 2022, leaving many people to wonder whether a health plan exists that they can afford.1 Medicaid is the cheapest health plan you can get. It provides free or low-cost coverage to those who qualify.2 Key Takeaways Medicaid is the cheapest form of health insurance, but …
What is travel insurance? Travel insurance is designed to cover you for trips of limited duration. It is intended for holidaymakers and short term trips abroad, and offers protection against travel related issues such as: Cancellations Loss of luggage Loss of personal belongings Emergency medical treatment In terms of medical coverage, travel insurance is intended to provide …
There are 41 million people in the U.S. who say they need life insurance but do not have it, according to the 2020 Insurance Barometer Report from industry groups LIMRA and Life Happens. This can partially be explained by the tendency of people to overestimate its cost. Perceptions about affordability and value can deter people …
It’s a week before your trip and you get the sniffles…now what? Of course the sniffles can be just that — a minor inconvenience that quickly clears up before takeoff. In most cases, just a false alarm. But it can also morph into something else, possibly interfering with the trip you’ve spent months planning and …
What are trip cancellation and trip interruption insurance? Trip Cancellation Insurance will reimburse you for the amount of pre-paid, non-refundable travel expenses (e.g. airline, cruise, train, hotel, etc.) that you have insured, should you cancel your trip before departure for an unforeseen covered reason. Trip Interruption Insurance is similar to cancellation coverage, but covers you …
If you are going on a cruise, you might be wondering how much medical care, such as X-Rays or a consultation with a doctor would cost. Hopefully, you will never need to find out, but I recently took an MSC cruise, and this pricelist was clearly displayed in the medical centre. How Much Does it Cost to …
Medical evacuation insurance is one of the most important types of insurance you can have. If something happens while you are on vacation and need to be evacuated to a hospital, this insurance will help cover the costs. This guide will discuss what medical evacuation insurance covers, who should purchase it, and how much it …
Why is Medical Evacuation Insurance Important? No one wants to consider what could happen if they become sick or injured while traveling. However, emergencies arise, and illness and injury can happen anywhere. If a patient is hospitalized while traveling, and is so critically ill that they need to be transferred to another higher level of …
Illness or injury can ruin a vacation. And it’s even worse if you’re far from home. If you require airlift transportation for immediate medical care during your trip, a comprehensive travel insurance plan with emergency medical evacuation benefits can help cover the cost. Here’s how medical evacuation travel insurance works and why it can be …
Maybe you’ve recently decided to take the trip of a lifetime, or maybe you’re just looking to get away for a quick weekend jaunt. Either way, you will probably need to purchase some travel insurance, even if you are just traveling to another province. Unfortunately, travel insurance is one of the more complex forms of insurance. …