{"id":5508,"date":"2019-04-01T09:00:48","date_gmt":"2019-04-01T13:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/blog\/?p=5508"},"modified":"2019-03-29T11:39:43","modified_gmt":"2019-03-29T15:39:43","slug":"international-travel-medical-insurance-changes-for-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/international-travel-medical-insurance-changes-for-2019.html","title":{"rendered":"International Travel Medical Insurance Changes for 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The 2019 Atlas Travel Medical plan changes were rolled out as of April 1<sup>st<\/sup>, 2019 and there are some notable benefit updates.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/travel-medical-insurance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/travel-medical-a1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5512\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Atlas Travel plan is a great option for those needing coverage outside of their home country for as little as 5 days up to one year. Whether you need insurance for a quick vacation or a long-term <a href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/study-abroad\/\">study abroad trip<\/a>, the Atlas Travel plan will provide you with the peace of mind to know you are covered in case something unexpected happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The plan updates for 2019 include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>New benefit for a lost or stolen passport or travel visa, up to a $100 maximum<\/li><li>Lost checked luggage coverage increased from $500 to $1,000<\/li><li>Personal liability coverage increased from $10,000 to $25,000<\/li><li>Accidental death and dismemberment decreased from $50,000 to $25,000<\/li><li>Emergency dental for an acute onset of pain increased from $250 to $300<\/li><li>100% coverage on eligible medical expenses, after the deductible, up to the plan\u2019s policy maximum, no matter where you seek treatment! <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that children under the age of 9 were previously free on the plan when purchased with an adult, however, this is no longer available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can view a more detailed summary of benefits for the Atlas Travel plan on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/travel-medical-insurance\/benefits.php\">benefits page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The plan also works well for<a href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/dependent-insurance\/\"> dependents<\/a> or traveling companions, it will meet the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/j1student\/\"> J visa requirements<\/a>, as well as the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/schengen-visa-insurance\/\"> Schengen Visa requirements<\/a>, and can be used during your<a href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/opt\/\"> OPT period<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To generate a quote or to purchase the plan right online, please click below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/travel-medical-insurance\/apply\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Free-quote.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5509\" width=\"180\" height=\"53\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Our insurance experts are on hand to help you with your insurance purchase, or to answer any questions you may have. Please do not hesitate to<a href=\"https:\/\/www.internationalstudentinsurance.com\/contact\/\"> contact us<\/a> if you have any questions about the Atlas Travel plan! <br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2019 Atlas Travel Medical plan changes were rolled out as of April 1st, 2019 and there are some notable benefit updates. The Atlas Travel plan is a great option for those needing coverage outside of their home country for as little as 5 days up to one year. 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