Every year, 650,000 Americans are released from jail. Upon departure, there are few reasons to be nostalgic - except when it comes to health care.
In prison, an inmate is guaranteed access to health services, thanks to the eighth amendment of the United States Constitution, which prohibits cruel and unusual punishment. The U.S. National Commission on Correctional Health…
In addition to Bupa's April 1st premium adjustments for their Premier Worldwide Health Option plan (PWHO), which caters to the China market, the leading health insurance provider has also announced major changes to their child coverage.
As more companies look to send employees abroad and as globalization expands across all industries, one issue that exists for all expatriates is the ever-changing healthcare industry. Healthcare is undoubtedly a need for all, yet healthcare facilities and services differ greatly across continents and even countries, resulting in varied
The International Federation of Health Plans, or iFHP, recently released its 2012 Comparative Price Report, which offers a comprehensive look at healthcare costs around the globe. The iFHP is an international insurance trade association, which includes more than 100 insurers in 25 countries. Each year, the survey offers a clear, yet surprising look into the real cost of different drugs,…
The Middle East continues to garner attention as one of the next frontiers for healthcare development, and with it the development of the health insurance industry. As more and more expatriates are relocated to the region, Middle Eastern countries are looking for ways to cope with the…
The Asia Pacific region continues to be the focus for many researchers of the insurance industry, and will even be "the dominant driver of world insurance growth by 2020," according to a study published by Munich Re's Economic Research Department. The study predicts…
As medical tourism becomes increasingly popular across different continents, Costa Rica is preparing to host the fourth Medical Travel International Business Summit 2013, which will be held from from April 24th to 26th. There are already about 15 countries and some 250 medical tourism businesses that have committed to attend and participate. Many organizers are saying this is a prime chance for Latin…
As AXA PPP recently released their premium increases for April, Globalsurance customers can be pleased to note that the six-month increase will only be about 3 to 5% higher, according to a clients plan level. AXA PPP's first premium increase last October was about 4% across the board. This means that customers are seeing…
A report released by Deloitte L.L.P. on Tuesday has revealed good news for several sectors of the insurance industry. According to the report, titled 'The Top 10 Issues for Insurance M&A in 2013: Time for Mergers and Acquisitions to Take Off?' the insurance industry should be seeing an increase in mergers and acquisitions in certain sectors this year. The increase in M&A (merger and acquisition) activity…
Globalsurance customers recently received good news with the release of Bupa's updated premiums that will take effect on April 1st. The premium adjustments reflect Bupa's ability and commitment to keeping their plan pricing stable and strong. The company's proven consistency in what they are able to offer customers is good news…
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