Learn about this non-insurance service included in your plan designed to protect your health.
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There are so many things to consider when planning your dream getaway. As you do your research to pick the perfect destination, keep in mind that some of the coolest travel hotspots can come with certain health risks. Depending on where you’re traveling, you’ll want to plan ahead for ways to stay healthy when traveling.
If you’re going on a safari in Mozambique, you may want to consider taking anti-malarial medication, in case you get mosquito bites. If you’re hiking to Machu Picchu, you may start feeling the effects of being at a higher altitude as soon as you arrive in Cusco. The severity of altitude sickness can range from mild to life threatening, but there are certain medications that can help prevent it.
It’s also important to make sure your medical records always go with you. If you have an emergency while traveling, you’ll want your medical providers to know your health history and any medications you are taking.
Your plan from World Nomads includes several non-insurance services designed to address both these issues. Before you leave, you’ll want to take advantage of the pre-trip health support.
It’s a lot of fun to be thinking about the fun things you’ll be doing on your trip, like
trekking in Nepal or exploring the Amazon in Brazil. While you’re searching for the best hiking boots and binoculars, we encourage you to also put thought into the steps you can take ahead of time to protect your health. Higher altitudes, upset stomachs and bug bites can quickly stop your fun once you’re there, so taking a little bit of time now could help prevent unplanned sickness.
The first thing you’ll want to do is research any health risks associated with your destination – this is especially true if you’re traveling outside of the US. With your World Nomads plan, you have access to a helpful non-insurance service* that can assist with that. You’ll be able to book an online appointment with Runway Health and they will give you recommendations based on CDC guidance. Their team of US-licensed physicians will prescribe you medications and vaccinations that you may need for the destinations where you will be traveling. The medications will be delivered to your door, and you can take your vaccination prescription to your local pharmacy. They can also prescribe you medicines for common travel ailments, like pills for motion sickness, traveler’s diarrhea, and even urinary tract infections. It’s best to be prepared. Please note though that Runway Health cannot prescribe you medicines to be filled overseas. You need to do this before you leave.
If there are any vaccines or medications that you need, you’ll want to start this process at least a month before your trip to make sure you have what you need. For example, if you’re traveling somewhere that’s having a Yellow Fever outbreak, you’ll need to make sure you’re up to date on that vaccine. If there’s specific medications that you’ll need to prevent certain things like altitude sickness, you’ll also want to go ahead and get those prescriptions filled before you leave.
Don’t forget about the medications you routinely take on an ongoing basis too. You’ll also want to make sure you have an ample supply of those to last through your trip. Don’t wait until the last minute to get your prescriptions filled - just in case there are any delays at your pharmacy.
The next thing you’ll want to do is make sure you have an electronic record of your health records. What happens if you’re tasting your way through Asia and end up with Bali Belly? If you visit a doctor while traveling, they may prescribe an antibiotic. However, it’s important for them to know if you have any allergies before they decide what to give you. We can’t stress enough the importance of having your medical records easily accessible when traveling.
As nomads ourselves, we know there’s steps that need to be taken before traveling to set ourselves up for an awesome trip. Having your medical records accessible electronically could literally be a lifesaver. It’s a small time commitment that could pay big dividends later.
Footprint ID ® is a secure solution that allows you to have immediate access to your medical records 24/7, anywhere in the world. If you’re sick or injured while traveling, your medical and health information will be easily available to the medical team that’s caring for you. This non-insurance service is included in all World Nomad plans, but you’ll need to register for Footprint ID ® once you’ve made your travel insurance purchase.
Even if you plan ahead and get needed vaccinations and medications, sometimes unexpected medical situations can still happen. If you fall and break a leg while you’re skiing in Italy’s Dolomites, you’re going to need treatment.
If you get hurt, your US health insurance may not always cover you when you’re traveling to overseas destinations. However, emergency medical expense coverage is included in your World Nomads travel insurance plan and may reimburse you for things like x-rays, medication, a hospital stay, or other emergency medical needs that you may have. It may even assist with emergency dental expenses.
If you get hurt hiking in a remote jungle in Thailand, you may find limited medical services available. Your travel insurance from World Nomads may include coverage for medical evacuation and the 24/7 emergency assistance team may be able to help refer you to a place that offers the level of care that you need.
If your attending physician determines that it’s best for you to go back to the US to get medical care, the repatriation coverage that is included in your travel insurance plan may cover the costs to get you there, provided this is pre-approved through the 24/7 Emergency Assistance team.
When you get a quote, you can compare the different options for World Nomads plans. We encourage you to review each plan carefully so you can choose the best travel plan for your needs.
While your travel insurance plan could cover many medical issues you may experience while traveling, there’s some things that won’t be covered. For example, if you overindulge in sake and take a tumble while you’re hanging out in Hiroshima, you won’t be covered.
A few other things you wouldn’t be covered for include:
*All information we provided here is a brief summary. It does not include all terms, conditions, limitations, exclusions, and termination provisions of the plans described. Please carefully read your state specific plan documents for a full description of coverage. Travel insurance is included as part of your travel protection plan which contains both insurance benefits and non-insurance assistance services. Material included on this page does not represent, nor is it specific to, United States Fire Insurance Company or travel insurance benefits provided on United States Fire Insurance Company’s travel protection plans.
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