Blog categorized as Healthcare

Hanoi French Hospital Expands Medical Services and Boosts Hospital Capacity

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Hanoi French Hospital to increase its medical services offering and hospital capacity

In a significant development for healthcare in Vietnam, the Hanoi French Hospital, recognized as one of the best hospitals in Vietnam, has announced plans to expand its medical services and increase its hospital cap...

06.06.23 04:33 PM - Comment(s)

Expat Health Insurance in 2023

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Expat Health Insurance in 2023

Are you a newcomer in Vietnam? Choosing the appropriate health coverage can be a daunting task.

In the ever-expanding global village, more individuals are becoming expatriates, seeking exciting opportunities in foreign lands. As a European or American expat living or rel...

06.06.23 03:30 PM - Comment(s)

Managing Medical Insurance for Expats in Vietnam

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One of the biggest budgets for expats in Vietnam is getting world class health treatment

The reason is like in the pizza the ingredients that compose it: #1 the insured member, #2 the treatment provider hospital and clinics and finally #3 the insurer accountant. The problem is -and has always been- ...
15.05.23 09:20 AM - Comment(s)

Why is My Medical Insurance Getting Another +11% Increase in 2023?

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Why is My Medical Insurance Getting Another +11% Increase this Year?

If you are an expat in Vietnam, one of the biggest expenses you will have is for world-class health treatment. However, you may have noticed that your medical insurance premium is getting an +11% increase this year. You are not alo...
23.04.23 10:56 AM - Comment(s)

What to do when your Health insurance provider closes down

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When your health insurer closes down and wants to cancel your medical insurance policy

In 2022, a few major health and travel insurance providers for expats and well-off locals closed down. Some companies like AIG travel would shy away from the risk of Covid related claims refund. Two major medical i...

20.01.23 06:38 PM - Comment(s)