What Type Of Health Insurance Do You Need In Thailand?
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- 15 Aug 2022
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If you are a foreigner living in the country, choosing a health insurance plan can be challenging with so many options.
When it comes to choosing what type of health insurance you should get, you’ll need to consider your personal situation;
how healthy you are, your age, whether you plan to move abroad, and whether you travel frequently.
Below, we’ve listed the most common types of health insurance in Thailand and who they’re most suitable for.
1. Local private health insurance
Local health insurance covers only medical care in Thailand.
There are some local private health insurance plans that cover you while abroad, such as AXA SmartCare Executive.
Keep in mind, however, that it’s only for emergency medical treatment. Also, it usually lasts a short time. Non-urgent treatment outside of the country might be denied coverage.
Local health insurance plans are cheaper. Premiums are lower than international health insurance.
Benefits are usually limited. Certain diseases might not be covered. A sizable amount of money may have to be spent out of pocket. Read More…
