In the United States, the legalization of marijuana has created a complex legal landscape that if not fully understood, can impact not only a student’s visa status, but their international experience and overall life goals. It’s specifically important for advisors and staff to understand the nuances between state and federal laws, in order to educate […]
Spring marks not only the return of international students to schools in the United States but also the time for reviewing and updating health insurance plans. In April, our top-selling insurance plan, the Student Secure, underwent significant updates aimed at providing enhanced coverage and benefits. In this blog, we will delve into the details of […]
Educating international students on the United States healthcare system is no easy feat. The bottom line is that health insurance is a must and there’s no real way around it. Whether or not your institution has a group plan or allows students to purchase coverage on their own, familiarizing students with insurance terminology is key […]
What type of sports insurance coverage do your international students need? Sports and athletic coverage can be a bit confusing when it comes to international student insurance, so let’s break it down! Insurance plans typically use the following language to distinguish between types of sports coverage: intercollegiate sports, interscholastic sports, intramural sports, recreational sports, club […]
Whether you’re deciding on a group plan, or offering your international students different health insurance options, dental and vision health are often overlooked aspects of students’ needs. Many international student health insurance plans focus solely on their general health, but dental and vision has continued to be a requested benefit from many schools and students […]
After visiting a doctor, your students may be prescribed medication, and they may come to you with questions about how to get these medications from the pharmacy and the amount they need to pay out-of-pocket. If your students do not have a health insurance plan in place or if they need to pay for the […]
The United States is one of the most expensive countries in the world when it comes to medical expenses, which is why it is important that any international student have and maintain health insurance for the time they are in the United States. There is no universal or national health care system so in the […]
Social distancing helped us be more open to receiving online healthcare services. In this post, we will to outline when telemedicine services are a better option for your international students or program participants to seek medical care and the variety of companies we work with.
As schools in the United States begin to hum with the excitement of a shiny new school year and the rhythmic sounds of students’ laughter and voices once again echo down long hallways, it’s easy to fall into the mindset of thinking that all students are elated to be back in the classroom. While most […]
After a student seeks treatment, they are required to submit an insurance claim for their visit. As an administrator, students may come to you with questions about the claims process or a denied bill, leaving you wondering how you can best assist. Typically, when done correctly, the claims process is easy and straightforward. However, when […]
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