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Sep 13, 2013

IHI Bupa Extends Coverage for Endoscopy, Maternity, and Medicines & Appliances

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IHI Bupa has recently increased the benefit levels on endoscopic examinations, maternity, and medicines & appliances.

Sep 11, 2013

Health Care Insurance Industry in Southeast Asia Expected to Grow to US$24 Bln by 2020

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According to a recent study from Roland Berger Strategy Consultants, the health insurance industry in Southeast Asia is expected to grow to US$24 Billion by 2020 – four times the estimated $6 Billion value back in 2010.

Sep 09, 2013

Aetna Adds New Partners for Direct Settlement

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The medical insurance provider Aetna has become known for its massive direct settlement network outside the US with more than 100,000 doctors and facilities. The insurance provider recently made some additions to their direct settlement network with new partnerships in Hong Kong, China, Vietnam, Uganda, and the UAE.

Sep 05, 2013

Aetna Taking Great Strides in the IMPI World

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The health insurance provider Aetna has recently made several strong developments in the IMPI industry with a change in leadership, expansion of activities in the Middle East, and giving clients the ability to manage their medical insurance plans online.

Aug 15, 2013

Increased Medical Awareness in China Causes 25.8% Growth in Health Insurance Premiums

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Successful marketing campaigns on the importance of major illness lead to significant growth of health insurance premiums in China.

Aug 08, 2013

Why it is Important to Pay Medical Insurance Premiums on Time

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More clients in recent years are paying their premiums on an annual basis to avoid penalties and non-payment periods. PPI explains the pros and cons of the different payment options.

Aug 07, 2013

Fewer Clients Being Declined as Strict Underwriting Becomes Less Common

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As a result of the increased competition in the market, strict underwriting has become less prevalent, and fewer clients are being declined for health insurance.

Jul 31, 2013

Cover for Pre-Existing Conditions Becoming Increasingly Common

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On account of the intensifying competition in the international market, many insurers are now beginning to offer cover for pre-existing conditions.

Jul 23, 2013

Health Insurance Group Aetna Offer Huge Discounts for New Business

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Aetna are offering a 25% discount on first year premiums in Europe, and a 15% discount in the Middle East and most of Asia.

Jul 16, 2013

Pacific Prime Clients with HTH/GeoBlue to Benefit When They Pay for Medical Insurance Renewals

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With their first policy adjustment since the launch of the GeoBlue brand, Pacific Prime clients with HTH/GeoBlue are experiencing excellent renewal rates on their medical insurance plans.