Category Archive For "Expat Insurance"
Digital Nomad Health Insurance: How to Choose the Right One
Some people value their freedom above all else, leading them to choose freelance jobs. Digital nomads are a perfect example – they travel the world while making a living. This lifestyle is truly amazing and often praised by younger generations. However, digital nomads have to handle more things on their own compared to regular office …
Cavity filling types: Get to know your options
Cavities are one of the last things you want to have when you visit the dentist. These pesky holes in your teeth are one of the consequences of poor oral health. It can be both painful and inconvenient, and can end up costing quite a bit of money if you don’t have dental insurance. Especially …
Healthy new year’s resolutions for 2020 that actually work
Ever get that weird anxious feeling about not knowing what you should be doing as the new year begins? Setting healthy new year’s resolutions for 2020 can be a great way to give yourself a sense of purpose, alleviate work-related burnouts, and reduce stress as we all enter a new decade. In this article by …
Hospitals in Thailand to be color-tagged based on treatment price
The works of labeling three hundred of Thailand’s hospitals based on the medicine and services prices by the Internal Trade department are finished. The government is using a color system to categorize the medical facilities, ranging from green as the hospitals with the most affordable price range, to yellow where prices are acceptable and red …
Tips for expats visiting hospitals in Thailand
As an expat living in Thailand, you’re going to have to visit a local hospital sooner or later. Whether you become ill, get in an accident, or are having a baby, a trip to a hospital in Thailand is inevitable if you stay in the country long-term. While it might be disappointing to get sick …
Introducing our 2019 Cost of International Health Insurance in Thailand Report
Pacific Prime’s Cost of International Health Insurance in Thailand Report is back! In our latest edition, the complimentary report provides a comprehensive look at the average cost of international health insurance in 2019. Covering individuals, families, and businesses in 100 locations, the report offers insight into the cost of health insurance in Thailand and across …
Private hospital treatment in Bangkok
Private hospitals in Thailand are thriving due to international attention and demand for excellent services, English-speaking staff, and affordable treatment costs. In the last decade, Bangkok has become one of the top destinations in the world for medical tourism which continues to grow. In this article by Pacific Prime Thailand, we will provide an overview …
Introducing our new health insurance exclusions infographic
When it comes to insurance, many people are confused about what is and isn’t covered in their plan. At Pacific Prime Thailand, our goal is to help our readers understand the insurance solutions that are available to them. Before you choose a health insurance plan, you want to make sure that your needs are being …
Latest update: mandatory insurance for long-stay foreigners
If you are of retirement age or looking to spend the rest of your years in a country that offers the satisfaction of living an easy and comfortable life, then look no further! Thailand is increasingly becoming one of the world’s top retirement destinations, and for good reasons too. We all desire to put our …
What is the ‘Thailand Travel Shield’ scheme?
Since the turn of the century, Thailand has suffered a multitude of events that have shaped the country as a whole. For example, 2003 saw the SARS outbreak spreading to all corners of Southeast Asia, and the following year saw the Boxing Day Tsunami take away thousands of lives. The global recession hit in 2007 …
