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What is a Pre-Existing Condition?

A pre-existing condition is a medical condition or illness that you have been diagnosed with or received treatment for before obtaining a new health insurance policy. These conditions can include chronic illnesses like diabetes, asthma, heart disease, or even injuries that have long-term effects. Companies use a "look back" period to determine if a condition will be considered pre-existing or not.

Fixed plans tend to have shorter look back periods of only 6 to three months.
Comprehensive plans have longer ones, usually 3 years. Of course, if a person is diagnosed with a chronic illness, they always have it (unfortunately) and it would always be considered a pre-existing condition. However, if someone had a surgery, for a broken bone, more than 3 years ago, no policy would consider this a pre-existing condition.

What are the Pre-existing Coverage options available for visitors?

Given the dilemma regarding pre-existing condition coverage, and its importance, American visitor insurance present resourceful information about Pre-existing conditions. We try to explain with objectivity and transparency the options available for pre-existing condition coverage.

All the policies that cover pre-existing conditions and all the terms and conditions that go with it are displayed in an user friendly manner. You can get quotes and compare the coverage benefits for Pre-existing Conditions at Visitor insurance pre-existing condition coverage.

What types of pre-conditions are covered? For example, at this age of above 80 its pretty normal for someone to have hypertension (moderately high BP)

Normally when we say that the pre existing conditions are covered, only the sudden recurrence of the condition is covered. For people above age 80 pre-existing conditions are not covered. But any new injury or sickness is covered

Is there any look back period for pre-existing condition coverage? If so what is the look back period for pre-existing conditions by the different insurers who offer visitor insurance?

The Look back period for pre-existing conditions by the different insurance plans are -
Fixed Benefits Plans:
(Travel Medical USA Visitor Choice and Travel Medical USA Visitor Basic)
- 180 days pre-existing conditions are not covered prior to the start of the insurance coverage. For travelers 70 years and above the look back period is 365 days.

Comprehensive Benefits Plans

What does "no pre-ex" and "pre-ex" mean? What is the difference?

For the Visitor's Care policy, you can purchase a "heart care" rider which will cover a person for up to $3,000 or $5,000 for a heart attack or stroke even if they have a heart or blood condition as a pre-existing condition. Without the rider, no pre-existing condition will be covered. You will pay more for this rider. On our website, we shorten the name to "Pre-ex" (for pre-existing condition coverage) and "No Pre-ex" (this is the regular policy without the heart care rider).
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Are there any medical tests required to buy pre existing visitor insurance?

No, there are no medical tests required for purchasing visitor insurance.

Do you need a medical report of the person with the pre-existing condition?

Not for the short term plans. For some the global/ long term plans the underwriters may ask for some back-up information after seeing your application.

Will we get a document stating that we have insurance and stating that the pre-existing condition is covered?

Once again the short term plans will not provide a separate document even if they have a pre-existing coverage benefit. The global/ long term plans will provide you with clear understanding of what is covered and what is not.

Can you suggest any insurance that will cover pre-existing conditions irrespective of the costs concerned for this coverage?

Take a look at the best coverage of Pre-existing Conditions in pre-existing coverage plans. These plans offer limited pre-existing coverage under specific circumstances.

Does US travel insurances cover pre-existing conditions? Can I get international health insurance with a pre-existing condition?

While most US travel insurance plans do not cover pre-existing conditions, some US travel insurance plans do cover acute onset of pre-existing conditions. INF insurance is the one provider who offers travel insurance with coverage for pre-existing conditions.

What is considered as a pre-existing medical condition for travel insurance?

Any pre-existing medical condition is something that the traveler has before or when he/she buys the travel insurance plan. The pre-existing condition can be an illness or any injury. Some other examples of pre-existing conditions are cancer, diabetes or asthma/respiratory issues.

What is the best travel insurance for over 70 with medical conditions?

INF travel insurance offers some US travel insurance with coverage for pre-existing medical conditions which are available for travel to the USA, Canada and Mexico for travelers over 70 years as well.

Can I travel after heart attack?

Yes, many people can travel after a heart attack, but it is important to plan carefully and get medical clearance from your doctor. Make sure your condition is stable and that you are fit for travel.
Having heart attack travel insurance cover is essential to protect against medical emergencies while abroad. American Visitor Insurance offers several suitable plans, including INF Elite X, INF Premier X, INF Elite Plus X, Visitors Protect, Safe Travels USA Comprehensive and Venbrook Premier, which provide coverage for pre-existing heart conditions or the acute onset of cardiac events.
Other important steps include carrying your medical records, taking enough medication, knowing the location of hospitals and emergency services, monitoring your condition during travel, and traveling with a companion when possible.

Which is the best travel insurance for heart patients?

Some of the best travel insurance plans for heart patients include INF Elite X, INF Premier X, INF Elite Plus X, Visitors Protect, Safe Travels USA Comprehensive, Travel Medical Choice, Patriot America Plus, Venbrook Premier, and Atlas America. These plans provide coverage for pre-existing heart conditions or the acute onset of heart issues, helping travelers manage medical expenses and ensuring peace of mind while abroad.
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What is the cost of best US travel insurance?

The visitor health insurance usa cost ranges from $16 to $150 a month. The price varies based on several factors such as the age of the visitor, medical maximum coverage, deductible for the plan, coverage type (Fixed vs comprehensive coverage), and the coverage for pre-existing conditions. For an average traveler, there are cheap travel insurance plans at less than a dollar a day.

What is the best travel insurance for USA visitors 2025?

Average cost of medical insurance for travelers to USA
How much does the comprehensive and best visitors insurance cost per month?

A comprehensive travel insurance plans provide exhaustive coverage for health expenses up to the policy medical maximum amount. In contrast to fixed benefit plans there are no limits for each benefit.

Insurance Plans Plan Maximum Deductible Provider Network Cost #
Patriot America Plus IMG $50K - $1M $0 - $2K United HealthCare $96 - $177
Safe Travels USA Comprehensive Trawick International $50K - $1M $0 - $5K First Health Network $96 - $176
Atlas America WorldTrips $50K - $2M $0 - $5K United HealthCare $116 - $235
Diplomat America Global Underwriters $50K - $1M $0 - $5K No PPO $155 - $266
Patriot Platinum America IMG $2M - $8M $0 - $25K United HealthCare $214 - $360
Atlas Premium America WorldTrips $50 - $2M $0 - $5K United HealthCare $138 - $270
Safe Travels USA Cost Saver Trawick International $50 - $1M $0 - $5K First Health Network $92 - $154
Visit USA Standard Travel $75K - $150K $0- $1K United HealthCare $93 - $115

# The average cost of travel insurance plans for USA is based on quotes for a 40-year-old with a duration of one month. Source: AMERICAN VISITOR INSURANCE®

How much does the cheapest visitors insurance for USA cost?

A fixed benefit travel insurance plan is the cheapest travel insurance because it has a fixed limit of coverage for different medical benefits.

Insurance Plans Plan Maximum Deductible Provider Network Cost #
Safe Travels Advantage Trawick International $25,000 $0 First Healthcare $20
Safe Travels Elite Trawick International $25K - $175K $0 First Health Network $24 - $68
Visitors Care IMG $25K - $100K $0 - $100 United HealthCare $25 - $54
VisitorSecure WorldTrips $50K - $130K $0 - $100 United HealthCare $44 - $80

# The average cost of travel insurance plans for USA is based on quotes for a 40-year-old with a duration of one month. Source: AMERICAN VISITOR INSURANCE®

* Disclaimer:- We have done everything to the best of our ability to make the insurance information up-to-date and accurate. However this information does change periodically and we cannot guarantee 100% accuracy. Do review the product brochures for detailed plan benefits.

How is best travel medical insurance USA cost determined?

  • Age of the traveler: The cost of medical insurance for travelers is directly proportional to the age of the traveler. Older travelers tend to fall sick and get injured easily and hence the cost of the travel health insurance for seniors will be more.
  • Type of US travel health insurance: Comprehensive insurance provides exhaustive coverage but is more expensive than fixed benefit insurance which has a specified limit for each treatment.
  • Medical maximum coverage: The price of visitors insurance is directly dependent on the maximum medical coverage and inversely proportional to the deductible of the plan chosen.
  • Region of coverage: Health insurance for USA visitors depends on the coverage region. The cost for visitor insurance for the United States is most expensive when compared to Europe or Asia.
  • Duration of travel insurance: The cost of trip insurance directly depends on the length of travel. The longer the duration of visitor medical insurance required, the higher will be the cost.
  • Any add on benefits: Additional add-on benefits to the basic insurance for tourist plan like adventure sports coverage, coverage for pre-existing conditions… will add to the overall cost.

Which Pre-Existing Conditions Are Covered by US Travel Insurance?

How Does Coverage for Pre-Existing Conditions Work?

  • Definition of a pre-existing condition – what medical conditions are considered pre-existing.
  • Look-back period – the time frame prior to travel during which a condition is considered pre-existing.
  • Type of coverage – whether the plan covers only acute onset (sudden flare-ups) or full coverage (ongoing treatment).
  • Coverage limits – the maximum amount the policy will pay for pre-existing conditions.
Whether a travel health insurance plan covers your pre-existing conditions depends on all these factors.

Acute onset vs. Chronic Conditions

Type Definition Examples
Acute Onset of a Pre-Existing Condition A sudden and unexpected onset of a pre-existing condition that occurs after coverage starts and requires immediate medical attention. Heart attack, sudden asthma attack, acute appendicitis
Chronic Pre-Existing Condition A long-term or ongoing condition that existed prior to coverage and is generally managed over time Diabetes, hypertension, chronic kidney disease

Some visitor insurance plans cover acute onset of certain pre-existing conditions but do not cover chronic management.

🩺What is the best travel insurance for pre-existing conditions?

At American Visitor insurance, we help travelers to compare and buy the best travel insurance for pre-existing conditions and acute onset emergencies. We describe the coverage limits for pre-existing conditions, deductibles and age restrictions, so that travelers can make an informed choice even for chronic or high-risk conditions.

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