The BCBS Global Solutions Maritime Insurance Plan provides comprehensive health coverage for maritime workers, including ship crew, offshore employees, and contractors working on ships, oil rigs, and cargo vessels. This plan offers global health coverage, emergency medical assistance, and medical evacuation no matter where your work takes you.
You can easily purchase this plan through American Visitor Insurance, ensuring that maritime workers get the medical protection they need whether working at sea or on land.
Key Features:The deductible for the BCBS Global Solutions Maritime Insurance plan depends on the plan option you select, as well as your location (whether you're outside the U.S., in-network in the U.S., or out-of-network in the U.S.).
| Plan Options | Deductible Outside U.S. | Deductible U.S. In Network | Deductible U.S. Out of Network | Coinsurance Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $1,000 |
| 250 | $125 | $250 | $500 | $2,000 |
| 500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $3,000 |
| 1,000 | $500 | $1,000 | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| 2,500 | $1,250 | $2,500 | $5,000 | $8,000 |
| 5,000 | $2,500 | $5,000 | $10,000 | $10,000 |
The BCBS Global Solutions Maritime Insurance is a comprehensive international health insurance plan designed for U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and expatriates living or working abroad for extended periods. It provides worldwide medical protection with no annual or lifetime coverage limits, making it ideal for individuals and families seeking long-term global healthcare security.
Outside U.S |
U.S.(In Network) |
U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Lifetime Maximum per Insured Person | ||
| Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Annual Maximum per Insured Person | ||
| Unlimited | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| Preventative Care For Babies/Children: (Birth to Age 18) a. Office Visits/examination b. Immunizations, Lab work & X-rays |
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| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Preventative Care for Adults: (Age 19 and Older)a. Routine Pap Smears, annual mammogram b. PSA For Men c. Annual Physical Examination Health Screening d. Diagnostic lab work & X-rays |
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| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Annual Physical Examination/Health Screening, Subject to a $750 Maximum per Calendar Year and limited to one per Calendar Year | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Primary Care Office Visits | ||
| All except a $10 copay per visit | All except a $30 copay per visit | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Urgent Care Facility | ||
| 100% | All except a $75 copay per visit | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Professional Services Surgery, anesthesia, radiation therapy, in-hospital doctor visits, diagnostic X-ray and lab work. |
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| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
Outside U.S | U.S.(In Network) | U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Surgery, X-rays, in-hospital doctor visits, Organ/Tissue Transplant | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Hospital medical emergency | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
Outside U.S | U.S.(In Network) | U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Hospital medications | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Ambulance Service | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Dental care due to accident | ||
| $1,000 per year, $200 per tooth | $1,000 per year, $200 per tooth | $1,000 per year, $200 per tooth |
| Acupuncture and Chiropractic Services | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Durable Medical Equipment | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Infusion Therapy | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Physiotherapy and occupational therapy, up to 20 consultations per calendar year | ||
| 100% no deductible | 100% no deductible | 100% no deductible |
Outside U.S | U.S.(In Network) | U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Inpatient Mental Health | ||
| 100% up to 60 days | 80% up to the maximum coinsurance limit, then 100% | 60% up to the maximum coinsurance limit, then 100% |
| Outpatient Mental Health | ||
| 100%, No Deductible $10 Copayment | 100%, No Deductible $10 Copayment | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% no deductible |
| Inpatient Substance Abuse | ||
| 100% up to 60 days detox | 80% up to 60 days detox | 60% up to 60 days detox |
| Outpatient Substance Abuse | ||
| 100%, No Deductible $10 Copayment | 100%, No Deductible $30 Copayment | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
Outside U.S | U.S.(In Network) | U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Basic Prescription Drug Benefit Subject to $1000 Maximum per Insured Person per Policy Period | ||
| 100% up to 60 days | 80% up to 60 days | 60% up to 60 days |
| Optional Rider. Subject to $25,000 Maximum per Insured Person per Policy Period | ||
| 100% of actual charges | Generics: 100% after $10 copay Brandname: 100% after $10 copay Injectables: 70% |
Generics: 100% after $10 copay Brandname: 100% after $10 copay Injectables: 70% |
| Inpatient Substance Abuse | ||
| 100% of actual charges | Generics: 100% after $10 copay | 100% of actual charges |
Outside U.S | U.S.(In Network) | U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Emergency Medical Transportation | ||
| Up to $250,000 | N/A | N/A |
| Repatriation of Remains | ||
| Up to $25,000 | N/A | N/A |
| Accidental Death & Dismemberment | ||
| $50,000 | $50,000 | $50,000 |
Outside U.S | U.S.(In Network) | U.S.(Outside Network) |
| Home Health Care, Subject to a maximum of 30 visits per Calendar Year | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Skilled Nursing Facilities, Subject to a maximum of $250 per day for a maximum of 50 days per Calendar Year | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
| Hospice, Subject to a maximum of $5,000 per lifetime | ||
| 100% | 80% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% | 60% to Coinsurance Maximum then 100% |
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BlueCross BlueShield Maritime Crew Travel Insurance provides comprehensive coverage for maritime crew members while they’re working or traveling aboard ships. This insurance protects against medical emergencies, evacuation, repatriation, and other risks that maritime workers might face during their voyages.
This insurance is designed for individuals working in the maritime industry, including crew members aboard ships, offshore oil rigs, and other maritime vessels. Eligibility typically requires that the insured person is actively employed in a maritime-related role.
Yes, pre-existing conditions can be covered, but there’s typically a waiting period (6 to 12 months) depending on your previous insurance coverage.
The coverage is primarily designed for crew members aboard commercial vessels, including cargo ships, cruise ships, and offshore platforms. For specific maritime work or activities, it's best to confirm the coverage with BlueCross BlueShield.
Yes, you can apply for coverage even if you are already abroad, as long as you meet the eligibility criteria and are involved in Maritime or NGO work.
To file a claim with BCBS Global Solutions Maritime Insurance, follow these steps:
Download Form
Get claim form online
Fax
+1 610 482 9623
Submit Documents
Mail to Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Solutions, P.O. Box 1748, Southeastern, PA 19399-1748, USA
Email Help
claims@bcbsglobalsolutions.com
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