Patriot America Plan

Patriot America Insurance

International Medical Group’s Patriot America plan is travel medical insurance for non-U.S. citizens traveling outside their home countries.  You have plenty to worry about when traveling abroad; don’t let your medical coverage be one of those things.

What makes this plan so great?

  • Medical maximum limits from $50,000 to $2,000,000*
  • Six deductible options ranging from $0 to $2,500
  • Monthly or Daily rates available
  • Covers sudden recurrence of pre-existing conditions
  • Optional Evacuation Plus, Citizenship Return and Adventure Sports riders available

Patriot America offers excellent benefits and services to meet your global needs. This plan includes co-insurance while you are in the U.S. You have access to international, multilingual customer service centers, first-rate emergency travel assistance services, claim administrators who process claims from all over the world, handling virtually every language and currency, and 24 hour access to highly qualified coordinators of emergency medical services and international treatment. You have access to and may reduce your out-of-pocket costs when seeking treatment in the U.S. by locating providers through the independent Preferred Provider Organization.

*Medical maximum availability depends on age. Ages 70-79 have only a medical max of $50,000; ages 80 and above have a medical max of $10,000.

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Patriot America Plan Details


Overview

Maximum Limit

$50,000, $100,000, $500,000, $1,000,000, $2,000,000

Individual Deductible

Your choice of $0, $100, $250, $500, $1,000 or $2,500

On the Application Form, you will be asked to circle your choice of a deductible. Your premium rate is dependent on the deductible you choose. Please see the Application Form for more information.

Co-Insurance

In the PPO Network: The plan pays 90% of eligible expenses up to $5,000, then 100% up to the Maximum Limit

Outside the PPO Network: The plan pays 80% of eligible expenses up to $5,000, then 100% up to the Maximum Limit

For treatment received within the U.S. & Canada only

Benefit Period

Six months

If a covered injury or illness requires continuing treatment after the Period of Coverage expires, the six-month Benefit Period may offer continued coverage for that injury or illness. When the Certificate expires, the Company will review the date of initial treatment for the covered injury or illness. If treatment began less than six months before the Period of Coverage expired, benefits for the covered injury or illness continues. This is subject to the Maximum Limits and the other terms of the plan until there have been six months of continuous coverage for the covered injury or illness.

Medical

Coverage available for in-patient and out-patient medical expenses

24-Hrs Emergency Assistance

A wide range of international emergency benefits available including emergency evacuation, emergency reunion, return of mortal remains, return of minor children and more.

Medical

Usual, reasonable and customary charges, subject to deductible and co-insurance when applicable.

Hospital Room and Board

Up to the Maximum Limit for average semi-private room rate

Intensive Care

Up to the Maximum Limit

Medical Expenses

Up to the Maximum Limit

Out-patient Medical Expenses

Up to the Maximum Limit

Local Ambulance

Up to the Maximum Limit

Prescription Drugs / Medicines

Up to the Maximum Limit

Emergency Room Accident

Up to the Maximum Limit

Charges incurred for the use of the Emergency Room due to an accident are covered up to the Maximum Limit.

Emergency Room Illness with In-patient Admission

Up to the Maximum Limit

Emergency Room Illness without In-patient Admission

Up to the Maximum Limit

Charges incurred for the use of the Emergency Room for treatment of an illness are subject to an additional (extra) $250 deductible if treatment does not require admission to the hospital.

Dental

Up to the Maximum Limit

Injury due to an accident: Each Patriot plan covers the cost of emergency dental treatment and dental surgical procedures necessary to restore or replace sound natural teeth lost or damaged in an accident up to the Maximum Limit.

Sudden dental emergency: Each plan will pay up to $100 for the necessary treatment of sudden, unexpected pain to sound natural teeth.

Hospital Daily Indemnity

Up to the Maximum Limit

Each plan pays $100 directly to the insured person for each night of a required overnight stay in a hospital up to a maximum of 10 days. The hospital stay must be covered under this plan in order to receive this benefit. This benefit is not available for Patriot America (non-U.S. citizens) if the hospitalization is due to the Sudden Recurrence of a Pre-existing Condition.

International Emergency Care

Emergency Evacuation

Up to $500,000 lifetime maximum (independent of the Maximum Limit)

The Patriot plans offer coverage for Emergency Medical Evacuation to the nearest qualified medical facility; expenses for reasonable transportation resulting from the evacuation; and the cost of returning to either the home country or the country where the evacuation occurred, up to $500,000.

Emergency Reunion

Up to $50,000

Each Patriot plan also offers Emergency Reunion coverage, up to $50,000 for a maximum of 15 days, for the reasonable travel and lodging expenses of a relative or friend during an Emergency Medical Evacuation: either the cost of accompanying the insured during the evacuation or traveling from the home country to be reunited with the insured.

Return of Mortal Remains Cremation & Burial

Up to $50,000 for repatriation; Up to $5,000 for local preparations

If a covered illness/injury results in death, expenses for Repatriation of bodily remains or ashes to the home country will be covered up to a maximum of $50,000; or up to $5,000 for the preparation, local burial or cremation of your mortal remains at the place of death.

Return of Minor Children

Up to $50,000

If a covered illness/injury results in a hospitalization and/or death and the insured person is traveling alone with child(ren) 19 or under that otherwise would be left unattended, the Patriot plans will pay up to $50,000 for one way economy fare to their home country, including a chaperone, if necessary, for the safety of the child(ren).

Political Evacuation

Up to $10,000

If the United States Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, or similar government organization of the insured person’s home country orders the evacuation of all non-emergency government personnel from the host country, due to political unrest, that becomes effective on or after the insured person’s date of arrival in the host country, the Company pays up to a $10,000 lifetime maximum for transportation to the nearest place of safety or for repatriation to the insured person’s home country or country of residence provided that:

The insured person contacts the Company within 10 days of the United States Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, or similar government organization of the insured person’s home country, issuance of the evacuation order; and
The evacuation order pertains to persons from the same home country as the insured person; and
Political Evacuation and Repatriation is approved and coordinated by the Company;
In no event will the Company pay for a political evacuation if there is a travel warning in effect on or within six (6) months prior to the insured person’s date of arrival in the host country.

To be eligible for the Evacuation, Reunion and Return benefits, these must be recommended by the attending physician in critical medical situations, and approved in advance and coordinated by IMG.

Natural Disaster

$100 per day for five days

This benefit is available in the event an insured person is required to depart his/her destination due to an evacuation order issued by prevailing authorities in connection with a Natural Disaster. Natural Disaster is defined as widespread disruption of human lives by disasters such as flood, drought, tidal wave, fire, hurricane, earthquake, windstorm, or other storm, landslide, or other natural catastrophe or event resulting in migration of the population for its safety.

Identity Theft Assistance

Up to $500 per Period of Coverage

If an imposter obtains key personal information such as a Social Security or Driver’s License number, or other method of identifying an insured person in order to impersonate or obtain credit, merchandise or services in the insured person’s name, the Patriot plans provide coverage for up to $500 for the reasonable, customary and necessary costs incurred by the insured for: re-filing a loan or other credit application that is rejected solely as a result of the stolen identity event; notarization of legal documents, long-distance telephone calls, and postage that has resulted solely as a result of reporting, amending and/or rectifying records as a result of the stolen identity event; up to three credit reports obtained within one year of the insured person’s knowledge of the stolen identity event; and stop payment orders placed on missing or unauthorized checks as a result of the stolen identity event.

The identity theft event must occur during the Period of Coverage.

Additional Benefits

Terrorism Coverage

Up to $50,000 lifetime maximum

Each Patriot plan provides coverage for injuries and illness incurred as a result of an act of Terrorism, limited in amount and by circumstances. If an insured person is injured as a result of an act of Terrorism, and the insured person has no direct or indirect participation in the act, the plan reimburses eligible medical claims subject to a $50,000 lifetime maximum. Terrorism includes criminal acts, including against civilians, committed with the intent to cause death or serious bodily injury, or taking of hostages, with the purpose to provide a state of terror in the general public or in a group of persons or particular persons, intimidate a population, or compel a government of international organization to do or to abstain from doing an act. However, this benefit does not cover an act of Terrorism in any country or location where the United States government has issued a travel advisory that has been in effect within the six months prior to the insured person’s date of arrival. However, claims incurred as a result of radiological, nuclear, chemical or biological weapons or events are not covered.

This benefit also does not cover an act of Terrorism in the event that an advisory to leave a certain country or location is issued by the United States government after the insured person’s arrival date, and the insured person unreasonably fails or refuses to heed such warning or depart the country or location.

Sports & Activities

Up to the Maximum Limit for basic sports Coverage as described below

Each Patriot plan covers injuries incurred during athletic activities which are non-organized, non-contact and engaged in by the insured person solely for leisure, recreation, entertainment or fitness purposes. Some of these sports and activities include, but are not limited to, motor cycle/motorscooter riding, recreational downhill and/or cross country snow skiing, horseback riding, sub-aquatic activities (to 10m), wakeboarding, and water skiing. However, activities not covered include amateur or professional sports or other athletic activity which is organized and/orsanctioned by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (and/or any other collegiate sanctioning or government body), or the International Olympic Committee, and or Adventure Sports.

Please note this is only a summary of sports and activities and exclusions. For additional information, please refer to the Certificate of Insurance.

Sudden Recurrence of a Pre-existing Condition (Non-U.S. Citizens)

For those under age 65, Patriot America will pay up to a $50,000 lifetime maximum for eligible medical expenses. For those age 65 and older, Patriot America will pay up to $2,500 lifetime maximum.

Non-U.S. citizens only

Sudden Recurrence of a Pre-existing Condition (Emergency Medical Evacuation)

In addition, up to $25,000 will be paid to U.S. and non-U.S. citizens for the for the eligible costs and expenses of an Emergency Medical Evacuation arising or resulting from a sudden and unexpected recurrence of a Pre-existing Condition.

Incidental Home Country Coverage

Up to a cumulative two weeks

Incidental Home Country Coverage – During the Period of Coverage an insured person may return to their home country for incidental visits up to a cumulative two weeks total, subject to: a. The insured person must have left their home country, b. The total Period of Coverage must be for a minimum of 30 days, and c. The return to the home country may not be taken to receive treatment for an illness or injury incurred while traveling.

End of Trip Home Country Coverage

For every five months of continuous coverage you purchase, you can purchase one additional month of home country coverage as an accommodation and supplemental travel benefit, up to a maximum of two months. To purchase this special home country extension coverage, please check the appropriate box on the Application Form, and calculate your premium to include the additional month(s).

Trip Interruption

Up to $5,000

If, during a covered trip, there is an unexpected death of an immediate family member (spouse, child, parent or sibling), a break-in at the insured’s principle residence, or the substantial destruction of the insured’s principal residence due to a fire or natural disaster, each Patriot plan pays to return the insured to the area of principal residence. The plan pays for a one way air or ground transportation ticket of the same class as the unused travel ticket, less the value of the unused return ticket.

Common Carrier AD&D

$50,000 to Beneficiary; maximum of $250,000 per family

If accidental death should occur while traveling on a commercial Common Carrier, $50,000 is payable to the designated beneficiary, to a maximum of $250,000 per family.

AD&D

$25,000 principal sum

Lost Luggage

Up to $50 per item of personal property; maximum of $250

A benefit of $50 per luggage item, up to a maximum of $250, is payable in the event that the Common Carrier permanently loses an insured person’s checked luggage while in transit. This coverage is secondary to any other available reimbursement, including the Carrier’s.

For full policy information, see your policy certificate for details.

Patriot America Frequently Asked Questions


Who can buy international medical coverage?

Anyone traveling outside their home country, vacation travelers, business travelers, students, missionaries.

Why do I need insurance while outside my home country?

In most case your domestic medical coverage will not cover you while abroad or may offer only limited benefits. Medicare does not travel with you and your Medicare Supplement plans only have limited benefits.
Travel insurance also provides coverage for emergencies such as evacuation due to medical condition, civil unrest or natural disasters, repatriation or assistance with minors. Your domestic medical coverage does not provide these benefits which, if needed, can be very costly.

What period of time does international medical coverage last?

Most long term plans require that you renew the policy on an annual basis but short term policies can be purchased for as few as 5 days.

Are pre-existing conditions covered under international medical?

Under short term medical plans pre-existing conditions are not covered. If you are looking for a permanent plan because you are going to be out of your home country for longer than six months please give us a call for advice.

Are vision and dental benefits covered under a short-term medical plan?

Unless state-mandated, vision and dental are not covered under a short-term medical plan. Emergency dental work due to an accident may be included under a standard plan.

Can my coverage start today?

Your insurance coverage cannot start on the same day you apply. The earliest most plans can begin is 12:01am the next day.

Does travel insurance cover pregnancy?

Under short term medical policies pregnancy including complications is generally excluded. With some long term plans if you have the coverage for 11 months or longer maternity coverage can be purchased.
Policy provision varies by carriers and travel policies. If you have specific questions, please give us a call at 1-866-971-7936

How do I extend or renew my coverage?

Extension or renewal options vary from plan to plan. Some plans are not extendable or renewable, and some are only renewable if you purchase a minimum number of months. If your plan is renewable or extendable, you must renew before the expiration date. Otherwise, you will need to reapply and satisfy new deductibles or waiting periods. Policies do not automatically renew; you will receive your renewal notice by email.

I have a sick relative. If I purchase trip cancellation coverage and something happens will my trip be covered?

The death must be unforeseen or unexpected to be considered a covered benefit for a trip cancellation plan.

My parent is sick and lives in another country. Can I purchase travel coverage and bring them here to have an operation?

Travel coverage is meant to cover new illnesses and accidents. Short-term travel plans do not cover ongoing pre-existing conditions, although a sudden reoccurrence of a pre-existing condition may be covered under certain plans for U.S. citizens with current U.S. medical coverage.

Now that I have purchased insurance coverage, what do I do with it?

Print your ID card and a copy of the claim form. Your ID card contains your policy certificate number, your name, and dates of coverage. The ID card and claim form both have the phone number for the insurance company. It is also a good idea to email a family member or trusted person a copy of your insurance coverage, passport, itinerary, credit card, and other travel documents in case you lose them.

What do I do if I have a claim?

If you are seeking treatment at a medical facility or provider, give that provider the contact information to the company you are covered under. Many times the insurance company can provide payment upfront. If you have paid anything out-of-pocket then save all your receipts, medical bills, and forms pertaining to your claim. Complete the appropriate claim form from that insurance company and submit it with the associated bills and payment information. Many companies offer online tools to help you file a claim or to check on the status of a pending claim.

What is a PPO Network?

The PPO (preferred provider organization) plan network usually pertains to insurance coverage that is being used in the U.S.A. and Canada. Most plans have a network of selected doctors, hospitals, and care facilities they have contracted with for discounted rates. If you use that network, or stay in that network, then there is less co-insurance you must pay. If you use a doctor or facility outside of that network, your portion of the co-insurance is higher.

What is a pre-certification requirement?

Certain medical procedures and benefits require pre-certification before the insurance company will approve the cost. Procedures and treatments such as but not limited to surgeries, emergency medical evacuation, CAT scans, MRI scans, and return of mortal remains must be pre-certified before treatment, or coverage may be reduced by 50% and other expenses forfeited. Only you and your doctor can decide the appropriate course of treatment for your injury or illness. Most carriers offer the option to pre-certify online through your consumer portal or by phone.

What is international medical insurance coverage?

International Medical coverage is health insurance that covers you for accidents or non-preexisting illness when you are traveling outside your home country. Coverage can be tailored in ways to meet your specific needs.

What is the maximum age I can purchase international medical coverage?

Most policies do not have an age limit but they do have a maximum amount of coverage that they will provide based on your age. Most policies start to decrease coverage after age 69. See each plan brochure for specifics.

Which doctor or hospital can I go to?

The PPO provider for Patriot America Insurance is FirstHealth PPO Network. FirstHealth PPO Network is an independent organization and a recognized PPO Network by all major hospitals, doctors, and health facilities.

You can search for doctors or hospitals in this Provider Directory. Prefer going to any doctor or hospital listed under this PPO network to receive in-network benefits benefits.

What’s the Rx Discount Card that comes with this plan?

This is a discount savings program available to every certificate holder of the Patriot travel plans. This program allows card members to purchase prescriptions at one of over 35,000 participating pharmacies in the U.S. and receive the lower of 1) Universal Rx contract price or 2) the pharmacy regular retail price.

This discount program is not insurance coverage. It is purely a discount program to purchasers of the Patriot travel plans. Use of the discount card does not guarantee that prescribed medication is covered under the insurance benefit plan.

Retrieve your Rx Discount card on imglobal.com: Get Rx Discount Card

Who do I call in case of an emergency?

First, seek immediate medical treatment and call the local emergency number in your area or contact an emergency service provider. Depending on where you are, you may not be in an area that provides emergency medical services.

Then contact the insurance company by using the phone number on the back of your ID card. They will accept collect calls. The insurance company may provide emergency medical evacuation if it is a part of your covered benefits. Contacting the insurance company as soon as possible can help reduce delays in medical treatment and claims.

Make sure a trusted friend or family member has a copy of your ID card, travel itinerary, and travel documents as back-up.

Will short-term coverage provide benefits for travel vaccinations, wellness check-up, or female preventative care?

Preventative care is generally not covered under short-term travel plans. Long-term expatriate plans and some student health plans may offer variations of wellness care.

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Patriot America Claims & Assistance


  • International Medical Group, Inc.
  • 2960 North Meridian Street
  • Indianapolis
  • IN, 46208
Emergency

1-800-628-4664
1-317-655-4500 (outside US)

Claims

1-800-628-4664
1-317-655-4500 (outside US)
insurance@imglobal.com