For 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. […]
Insurance Explained Category
Blog posts that explain insurance terminology and features.
The U.S. Healthcare System- What You Need To Know Before You Go
October 23rd, 2019 by Natalie HollandHealth 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!
Does my health insurance cover car accidents?
June 22nd, 2018 by Ross MasonWhen searching for health insurance, there are lots of things you need to take into consideration before purchasing coverage to ensure the plan fits your needs. There is the cost of the plan, making sure the benefits are what you need and required by your school (if they have requirements) and then there are the […]
Student Secure and Patriot Travel Insurance Changes for 2018
May 4th, 2018 by Juncal CaballeroGood news! Our Student Secure and Patriot Travel plans have also been updated for 2018, and now the plans offer even more coverage than before! Student Secure Updates Beginning on May 1st, 2018, the Student Secure plan offers more comprehensive coverage at better rates. The main highlights of the Student Secure updates include: New policy […]
Do International Students Need Dental Insurance?
April 13th, 2018 by Sutherland BeeverAs with most things in life, the answer to the question ‘Do international students need dental insurance?’ isn’t black and white. On one hand, it’s possible that you buy dental insurance and never use it, but on the other, you could end up using it several times (and each time thank your lucky stars). What we can be sure of, is that dental visits in the US don’t come cheap and it’s always good to hope for the best but prepare for the worst!
