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How Affordable is Medical Tourism? Weighing Costs and Other Considerations.

Americans appear to be traveling again for medical tourism after a long pause since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the cost of medical care is a major reason for medical tourism. However, it should not be the only consideration for people who are thinking…

The Disadvantages of Medical Travel and How to Mitigate Them When Needed

When individuals need medical care while traveling, the stress of being away from home can influence decisions about their treatment. In such situations, individuals and their families may put too much weight on the disadvantages of medical travel – particularly cost. Travel insurance companies can help their customers weigh their treatment options with medical travel…

Look Before You Leap: How an Adventure Travel Medical Case Management Service Can Help in an Emergency

Adventure travel is designed to be more exciting – and risky – than your average trip to the beach or other tourist destination. The adventure usually involves doing something you wouldn't do every day, such as scuba diving, rock climbing, or skiing, in a location where the terrain is rough, and the nearest city is…

How to Evaluate Low-Cost Medical Transport Options: Advice from SentinelMED

Without a doubt, medical transports can be expensive. For the most common service, ground transport by ambulance, the average cost was $1,189 in 2019. According to Allianz Travel, international medical evacuation costs can easily reach $100,000 or more. Medical evacuations are generally reserved for life-threatening emergencies. However, if a patient is not facing a life-threatening…