Category Archive For "Expat Insurance"
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 …
How to compare maternity insurance plans?
Thinking of expanding your family in Thailand? Congratulations! However, as an expat couple living abroad, you must take into consideration a couple of things before you even start trying to conceive. You probably already know the importance of having expat health insurance in Thailand, and that you also need a separate maternity insurance policy to …
Thailand dental insurance: Tips for finding the perfect plan
It’s officially the holiday season! Many of our readers are no doubt attending a variety of Christmas soirées with family and friends, as well as munching on delectable desserts like candy canes, gingerbread men, yule logs, and sticky toffee pudding. While you enjoy this holiday season’s celebrations with an array of sweets and treats, remember …
