International PMI

Aetna has announced it has agreed to acquire international PMI provider InterGlobal from a group led by its majority shareholder Alchemy Partners.

David Healy outlines how insurers can help small- and medium-sized brokers expand into the international PMI market.

Access to good quality healthcare is a top concern for people working abroad, with one in 10 (10%) admitting to having little knowledge of how overseas health systems operate.

Expacare has launched a new individual international private medical insurance (IPMI) product featuring a modular approach to benefits and lifestyle rewards for policyholders.

It is 'vital' for expat workers to check whether their International Private Medical Insurance (IPMI) is valid for war zones or countries in the aftermath of conflict, MediCare International has urged.

Allianz Worldwide Care has recently launched AppointMed, a new appointment booking service for UK based members to secure an initial appointment with a consultant on a direct billing basis.

International health insurers are not being clear enough in explaining to planholders exactly what treatments they will cover, international PMI provider InterGlobal has said.

Bupa has announced it is to acquire Quality HealthCare Medical Services, the largest private clinic network in Hong Kong, for US $355 million.

International Private Medical (IPMI) insurer Medicare has enhanced its policies including changes to its evacuation cover.

Bupa International has launched its short-term international private medical insurance (IPMI) cover, Bupa Flex, to the UK broker market.