Check Your Health Insurance Coverage

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Don’t assume that your medical insurance policy covers medical care you receive outside the United States. To protect yourself against unforeseen–and perhaps costly–medical charges, take these steps.

•  Check with your insurance carrier to see if you’re covered when abroad, or if they offer health insurance for travelers.

•  If your insurance doesn’t fully cover you away from home, you may be able to purchase traveler’s health insurance through a major credit card company.

•  If you’re traveling with a package tour that offers a health insurance option, consider purchasing it.

•  Find out if your policy places any restrictions on coverage. Some insurance companies do not cover chronic illness, complications during the third trimester of pregnancy, or sports-related injuries.

Some plans also cover the cost of returning home in case of an emergency.

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