GeoBlue
- Company
- Expatriate Crew
- Travel
- Expatriate Medical
- Long Term Cover
- Short Term Cover
- Companies with 2-20 staff
- Telehealth
Setting the industry standard, GeoBlue combines the latest mobile technology and worldwide healthcare expertise to deliver global medical assistance and health benefits that put the health, safety and convenience of world travelers first. GeoBlue's innovative approach opens the door to an elite community of thousands of carefully selected, contracted doctors and hospitals in almost every country in the world. GeoBlue also delivers exceptional service via toll-free multi-lingual customer support and its proprietary web-based administrative capabilities.
Their plans provide:
- "A-rated" coverage underwritten by licensed and admitted insurers in the United States.
- Superior benefits and services not available elsewhere.
- Unparalleled access outside the U.S. to leading doctors and hospitals, who contract with us and bill us for their services.
In terms of market, GeoBlue's long term plans are designed for those US nationals or temporary residents of the US who are :
- Expatriates Living / Working abroad
- Crew Members
- Missionaries
- Students or Faculty
For the market of short term travel, GeoBlue offers travel cover for single trips and multiple trips.
Blue Cross Blue Shield Global® is a brand owned by the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, a national federation of 36 independent, community- based and locally operated Blue Cross and Blue Shield Companies.
GeoBlue is the trade name of Worldwide Insurance Services, LLC (Worldwide Services Insurance Agency, LLC in California and New York), an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association: made available in cooperation with Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies in select service areas.
Coverage is provided under insurance policies underwritten by:
- 4 Ever Life Insurance Company, or
- 4 Ever Life International Limited.
Expat Approved States
For the states of:
- Washington
- New York and
- Maryland,
an American expat returning to the US, can retain their GeBlue cover only until the renewal date of their policy, after which they would need to apply for a local Blue Cross plan.
NOTE: No inpat can be covered in these states by GeoBlue.
Covid 19 Update
- GeoBlue will cover, with no cost-share to members, medically necessary, prescribed diagnostic testing for the virus, known officially as COVID-19, consistent with U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines.
- This coverage includes the cost of the COVID-19 test, physician/doctor consultation fee and associated costs related to administering the COVID-19 test.
- GeoBlue will waive prior authorizations for medically necessary, prescribed tests and covered services related to COVID-19, consistent with CDC guidelines.
To help reduce potential exposure, GeoBlue is encouraging members to utilize their telemedicine service, Global TeleMD™, which provides 24/7 confidential access to a global network of doctors around the world via telephone or secure video call.
Global TeleMD is available to their corporate and scholastic group enrolled members at no additional cost2.
For a limited time, GeoBlue has expanded access to Global TeleMD to their non-enrolled Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Traveler members. This service is available to travelers now and is expected to expire on May 31, 2020.
Anxiety, panic and stress are common emotions members may experience during an outbreak, such as COVID-19.
Enrolled members have access to telephone emotional support services provided by trained counsellors3.
Members can access these services via the telehealth button on the GeoBlue mobile app or by logging on to the member portal and visiting the “Wellness” section.
GeoBlue wellness portal provides helpful links and resources including how to cope with stress during a disease outbreak and a new webinar titled: Keep Calm and Carry on – Maintaining your composure amidst the pandemic.
Political, Security and Natural DisasterPEND Coverage through Drum Cussac
The Political, Security and Natural Disaster coverage offered through Drum Cussac does not include evacuation coverage for crises related to medical or health reasons. However, if the local political or security situation would deteriorate to the point that one of the contract triggers was met, Drum Cussac would then provide coverage (subject to the limitations of the policy).
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1Self-funded plans can opt-out of this program.
2Some self-funded groups may have opted out of this service.
3Some groups may have opted out of this service.
Global TeleMD services are provided by Teladoc Health. GeoBlue assumes no liability and
accepts no responsibility for information provided by Teladoc Health and the performance of the services by Teladoc Health. Support and information provided through this service does not confirm that any related treatment or additional support is covered under a health plan. To discuss the coverage under a health plan, members should contact us using the number on the back of their ID card. This service is not intended to be used for emergency or urgent treatment medical questions.
Emotional support services are provided by WorkPlace Options, an independent company, and is solely responsible for referring participants for counseling, coaching, work/life services and health assessments by providers who are appropriately licensed by local authorities. The evaluation and efficacy of any service delivered by a provider lies solely with the employee, spouse, dependent or other authorized party who inquires on behalf of those or other participants. GeoBlue shall have no responsibility or liability whatsoever for any aspect of the provider counseling, coaching, work/life services and health assessments or other similar services, or the counselor/participant relationship.
For more information, contact Ms Romi Gill romi.gill@navigator-insurance.com Tel +852 2530 2530
Long Term Cover details
Expatriates details
Crew details
Missionaries details
Students & Faculty details
Short Term Cover details
For more information, contact Ms Romi Gill romi.gill@navigator-insurance.com Tel +852 2530 2530
Benefits
Voyager Choice BenefitsMedical Limits and Deductibles |
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Maximum Benefit per Insured Person per policy period | Options include $50,000; $100,000; $500,000; $1,000,000 |
Deductible per Insured Person per policy period | Options include $0; $100; $250; $500 |
Benefits are paid for Covered Expenses as follows up to the Medical Limit: |
Inpatient & Outpatient Benefits |
Insurer Pays After Deductible is Met: |
Professional Services: | |
a. Surgery, anesthesia, in-hospital doctor visits, diagnostic X-ray and lab | 100% |
b. Office Visits: including X-rays and lab work billed by the attending physician. | 100% |
Inpatient Hospital Services: | |
a. Surgery, X-rays, In-hospital doctor visits | 100% |
b. Inpatient medical emergency | 100% |
Ambulatory Surgical Center | 100% |
Ambulance Service (non-Medical Evacuation ) | 100% up to $1000 |
Prescriptions, Dental Care, and Physical Therapy |
Insurer Pays After Deductible is Met: |
Outside the U.S. Outpatient prescription drugs | 100% of Reasonable charges up to $5,000 |
Dental Care required due to an Injury | 100% of Reasonable Charges with a maximum benefit of $500 per Trip Period |
Dental Care for Relief of Pain | 100% of Reasonable Charges with a maximum benefit of $250 per Trip Period |
Physical and Occupational Therapy | 6 visits per Period of Insurance. $100 Maximum payment per visit. |
Travel Assistance Benefits |
Insurer Waives Deductible |
Accidental Death and Dismemberment | Maximum Benefit Principal Sum up to $50,000 |
Repatriation Of Remains | Maximum Benefit up to $25,000 |
Emergency Medical Transportation | Maximum Benefit per Trip Period for all Evacuations up to $500,000 |
Emergency Family Travel Arrangements | Maximum Benefit per Trip Period up to $2,500 for the cost of one economy round trip air fare ticket to the place of the Hospital Confinement for one (1) person |
Lost Baggage & Personal Effects Coverage | Maximum benefit of $500 per Trip Period and limited to $100 maximum benefit per bag or Personal Effect |
Post Departure Trip Interruption | Maximum benefit of $500 per Trip Period |
Hazardous Activities |
Insurer Pays After Deductible is Met: |
Benefits for claims resulting from downhill (alpine) skiing and scuba diving (certification by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) or the National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI) required or diving under the supervision of a certified instructor). | Maximum Benefit up to $10,000 |
Mental Health and Substance Abuse are covered up to policy max as any other benefit.
24 Hour / 7 Day Global Medical Assistance
Available to U.S. residents, age 84 or younger. See Eligibility Requirements.
Participant must be enrolled in a primary health plan. There is no pre-existing condition exclusion.
This is a non-renewable plan. Subsequent periods of insurance can be purchased, in which case a new Deductible, and Medical Limit would apply.
For more information about the benefits, including information about exclusions and limitations, see the Plan Description.
PLEASE NOTE: This plan is for coverage outside of the U.S. only. You may only purchase this policy prior to departing on your trip.
Ten Day Money Back Guarantee
We are so confident in our products that we offer the best guarantee in the business. If you are not completely satisfied with our product, simply send an email to enrollment@geo-blue.com within 10 days of purchase and include the reason for cancellation. After the 10-day free look, if you have not already departed on your trip or incurred a claim, you will receive a full refund.
Benefits
Voyager Essential Benefits | |
Medical Limits and Deductibles | |
Maximum Benefit per Insured Person per policy period | Options include $50,000; $100,000; $500,000; $1,000,000 |
Deductible per Insured Person per policy period | Options include $0; $100; $250; $500 |
Inpatient & Outpatient Benefits | Insurer Pays After Deductible is Met: |
Professional Services: | |
a. Surgery, anesthesia, in-hospital doctor visits, diagnostic X-ray and lab | 100% |
b. Office Visits: including X-rays and lab work billed by the attending physician. | 100% |
Inpatient Hospital Services: | |
a. Surgery, X-rays, In-hospital doctor visits | 100% |
b. Inpatient medical emergency | 100% |
Ambulatory Surgical Center | 100% |
Ambulance Service (non-Medical Evacuation ) | 100% up to $1000 |
Prescriptions, Dental Care, and Physical Therapy | Insurer Pays After Deductible is Met: |
Outside the U.S. Outpatient prescription drugs | 50% of Reasonable charges up to $5,000 |
Dental Care required due to an Injury | 100% of Reasonable charges up to $200 maximum per Trip Period and $200 per tooth |
Dental Care for Relief of Pain | 100% of Reasonable charges up to $100 maximum per Trip Period and $100 per tooth |
Physical and Occupational Therapy | 6 visits per Period of Insurance. $100 Maximum payment per visit. |
Travel Assistance and Evacuation | Insurer Waives Deductible |
Accidental Death and Dismemberment | Maximum Benefit Principal Sum up to $25,000 |
Repatriation Of Remains | Maximum Benefit up to $25,000 |
Emergency Medical Transportation | Maximum Benefit per Trip Period for all Evacuations up to $500,000 |
Emergency Family Travel Arrangements | Maximum Benefit per Trip Period up to $2,500 for the cost of one economy round trip air fare ticket to the place of the Hospital Confinement for one (1) person |
Lost Baggage & Personal Effects Coverage | Maximum benefit of $500 per Trip Period and limited to $100 maximum benefit per bag or Personal Effect |
Post Departure Trip Interruption | Maximum benefit of $500 per Trip Period |
Hazardous Activities | Insurer Pays After Deductible is Met: |
Benefits for claims resulting from downhill (alpine) skiing and scuba diving (certification by the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) or the National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI) required or diving under the supervision of a certified instructor). | Maximum Benefit up to $10,000 |
Mental Health and Substance Abuse are covered up to policy max as any other benefit. | |
24 Hour / 7 Day Global Medical Assistance | |
Available to U.S. residents, age 84 or younger. See Eligibility Requirements. | |
This is a non-renewable plan. Subsequent periods of insurance can be purchased, in which case a new Deductible, and Medical Limit would apply. | |
For more information about the benefits, including information about exclusions and limitations, see the Plan Description. | |
PLEASE NOTE: This plan is for coverage outside of the U.S. only. You may only purchase this policy prior to departing on your trip. | |
Ten Day Money Back Guarantee | |
We are so confident in our products that we offer the best guarantee in the business. If you are not completely satisfied with our product, simply send an email to enrollment@geo-blue.com within 10 days of purchase and include the reason for cancellation. After the 10-day free look, if you have not already departed on your trip or incurred a claim, you will receive a full refund. |