COVID-19 has impacted many of us around the world. Words like “social distancing”, “quarantine” and “isolation” have entered into our everyday lexicon. Many international students and scholars may be isolated either abroad or at home; many of us may be taking classes online, away from our teachers, friends and community; and still many of us […]
Insurance Explained Category
Blog posts that explain insurance terminology and features.
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) – What You Need to Know
February 26th, 2020 by Yessica PratoWhat international students should know about the coronavirus and how it will impact their insurance coverage
Student Health Advantage & Patriot Travel Medical – How to File a Claim
January 23rd, 2020 by Leah HammondYou’ve just been to the doctor…so now what? You showed a copy of your ID card at the time of treatment, and the doctor’s office didn’t make you pay anything out of pocket. You may think that you are all set and need to take no further action, but it’s important to make sure that […]
The U.S. Healthcare System- What You Need To Know Before You Go
October 23rd, 2019 by Natalie HollandFor international students traveling to the United States, having knowledge of the healthcare industry in the US will allow you to feel confident about what to do in the case that you get sick or injured. While it can seem daunting, if you have the knowledge you need, taking control of your healthcare is simple. […]
Health and Travel Insurance with No Deductible
September 23rd, 2019 by Jennifer FrankelHas this ever happened to you: You go to the doctor, show your health insurance card, and the receptionist tells you that you’ll need to pay something out of pocket? In the United States, healthcare can be very expensive, and oftentimes US health insurance plans have certain cost sharing measures to help keep the cost […]
Wellness, Immunizations, and Birth Control for International Students in the U.S.
August 15th, 2019 by Leah HammondWhen planning on studying in the U.S., the last thing you might be thinking about is the cost of healthcare. It is well known that healthcare costs are very high in the United States, so it’s important to make sure that you have a health insurance plan in place when you arrive. Health insurance plans […]
How to get free or low priced prescription drugs
April 15th, 2019 by Ross MasonYou will often hear that healthcare is expensive in the USA, and until you actually experience it, it may be hard for you to really understand how expensive it can actually be. One aspect of this is prescription medications, and in this blog post we are going to focus on this and how you can […]
Coverage for Maternity in the U.S. for International Students
September 21st, 2018 by Leah HammondMaternity expenses in the United States are significantly higher than around the world, and the cost to have a baby can add up quickly. Most insurance plans in the U.S. will not cover a pregnancy if you become pregnant before your policy becomes effective – so be prepared with this tips!
