More Private Hospitals In Thailand Leaving The National Scheme
Over the past decade, the number of private hospitals affiliated with the Social Security Fund (SSF) has plummeted from 123 to just 93. This decline is attributed to inadequate payments for treating patients with serious health conditions. In this article, the experts at Pacific Prime Thailand explore what’s behind this trend, and how expats can...
How Do I Choose The Right Health Insurance Provider As An Expat, And Should I Use A Broker?
Choosing the right healthcare insurance policy can make a real difference to how successfully you start your journey abroad – or whether you start it at all. For expats, it’s as important as picking the right country: health insurance varies depending on many factors (location, lifestyle, family size, etc.), and individual needs differ – students,...
Accessing Healthcare When You Retire Abroad
Retiring abroad is a major decision and one of the key issues if we are to get the best out of life in retirement wherever we are is access to good quality healthcare. The accessibility of healthcare should be one of the key factors in the decision on where to retire. There can be a...
Dubai’s Booming Medical Tourism Industry
Dubai is rapidly emerging as a premier destination for medical tourism. In 2023 alone, the emirate welcomed over 691,000 health tourists who collectively spent more than AED 1 billion (approximately USD $280 million) on medical treatments. This impressive growth signals a wealth of opportunities not only for those seeking medical care but also for professionals...
Retiring Abroad, Some Insurance Advice
The freedom to retire means no longer having to work every day and having the ability to travel at leisure. It also means you can sell your house and spend your senior years living in a foreign country, taking in new experiences and meeting new people; but as romantic as retiring abroad sounds, there are insurance considerations that...
Which Are The Best International Health Insurance Providers
Identifying which international health insurance provider will give the right options for you and any family is essential when moving abroad. There are some excellent options from which to choose and many are very affordable, especially when compared to options in the US. But which international health insurance companies are the best fit for you?...
Helping Working Women – Thailand Extends Maternity Leave To 98 Days
Thailand is enhancing its maternity leave policy, increasing the duration from 90 days to 98 days. This initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Labour, aims to improve benefits for Social Security Fund (SSF) members and better support working mothers and their families. In this article, the experts at Pacific Prime Thailand will take a deep...
Finding The Right International Health Insurance Company For You
Finding the right international health insurance company for you is a challenge. There are so many companies but they do not all offer the same coverage and service. This comprehensive guide and listing of the top international health insurance companies can help you start your research. Review and compare available plans and be sure...
What Benefits Can You Get From A Top-Up Insurance Plan?
While we all understand the importance of health insurance, many people are hesitant to buy one for fear of high premiums. For those who are looking to obtain better health coverage at a minimum cost, top-up insurance is a great way to enhance and extend your benefits. Here Pacific Prime UK, take a closer look...
Six Tips For Handling Medical Emergencies When Travelling Abroad
While we’d always like our travels to go as smoothly as possible, we sometimes encounter medical issues that can seem scary, daunting, and impossible to overcome efficiently. To help with this, Steve Bater, Money Saving Expert at nhsdiscountoffers.co.uk suggest six tips to handle medical emergencies abroad and potentially avoid hefty medical expenses. 1. Pack a...
The Digital Nomad’s Guide To Healthcare
Even digital nomads, enjoying the freedom of working from anywhere in the world, aren’t immune to illnesses and injuries. Perhaps being bedridden with food poisoning or taking a spill on your motorbike sounds like a familiar scene. Suddenly, the excitement of your adventure is overshadowed by the daunting task of finding quality healthcare in an...
Expatriates’ Health Coverage Essentials | Get Insured
As an expatriate, prioritizing your health coverage for expatriates while living abroad is essential. Navigating through health insurance abroad can seem daunting, yet it’s crucial for ensuring your peace of mind and well-being. This guide aims to assist you in understanding the expatriate health plans available and how to secure the right international health coverage...