At American Insurance for Expats, we have collected a list of the most commonly asked questions regarding our insurance coverage. If you have a question you do not see an answer to, please contact us at our toll free number of 1-888-461-2099, and we will discuss your specific questions with you. Since every person has a unique situation, […]
States Slow To Establish Exchanges, Deadlines Approaching
The Affordable Care Act goes into full effect in 2014. As of January 1, 2014, states will have been required to have their health care “Exchanges” established. These Exchanges will consist of a group of competing insurance agencies that will allow citizens to shop for health insurance on-line, the same way you can shop for […]
Pack Healthy Snacks To Stay on Track
To keep yourself on track even when you are on the go, try getting in the habit of packing a lunch box or snack bag. By doing this, if you do not happen to get back home in time to make a proper lunch, like a healthy salad or smoothie, you can at least make […]
Great News for Medicare Patients on Anti-Depressants
Medicare for the first time will cover screenings for depression and anxiety. Plans now may cover benzodiazepines, a class of drugs that includes Valium and is used to treat anxiety and insomnia. Also covered are certain barbiturates such as those used to treat chronic mental disorders. This is important news since many seniors suffer from […]
New Part D Coverage in 2013 For Medicare Recipients
October 15 – December 7th is open enrollment for anyone needing to sign up for or change their Medicare benefits. Brokers Assisance, Inc. in Westminster, Colorado, has been busy preparing for the annual event. One of the most recent changes is the Part D prescription drug coverage and new Medicare Advantage plans. In 2013, drug […]
Obamacare and International Health Insurance
Obama’s Affordable Care Act grants almost all US citizens health insurance by 2014 and international health care providers are wondering how this will affect medical tourism. Today, many US citizens travel abroad for their health care needs because it is so much less expensive. However, more affordable health care in the US has them unsure […]
IMG Underwriter, Sirius International, Rated A in 2012
IMG’s underwriter, Sirius International, has been Rated A by A.M. Best Europe – Rating Services Limited. Sirius’ claims paying ability continues to be strong by a safety reserve, which can only be released to cover insurance losses and is funded from the company’s cumulative retained pre-tax earnings. Sirius’ safety reserve at year-end 2011 amounted to […]
Some Natural Remedies for an Upset Stomach
Expats and people who travel a lot are familiar with eating foods that may cause an upset stomach. Foreign bacteria can cause all kinds of discomfort. However, there are simple, natural cures you can try to soothe your upset stomach before heading to the pharmacy. Nausea The idea is to lessen the amount of acid […]
What is Clean Eating?
You have probably heard the term “clean eating” by now in magazines and on t.v. shows like Dr. Oz. but you may be wondering what eating clean really means. There are levels to eating clean, but it basically means, “if it’s man made, don’t eat it.” The Typical American Diet The typical Western diet […]
Tips To Learning A New Language
If you are looking for international health insurance or even short term medical travel insurance, there is a good chance you are also interested in learning at least the basics of a foreign language. Learning a foreign language takes focus and dedication, but with practice, it will become more and more familiar to you. For […]