Why won't insurance companies pay for this choice?

The question is probably better phrased "When will insurance companies pay for medical tourism?"

In my estimation they will, but there needs to be some significant developments in the industry before they fully enter the arena. These large businesses require structure to enter. The issues of lines of responsibilities and where transition points occur are very important. The clarity here must be crystal clear. There can not be an excess number of unanswered questions.

There is a very compelling reason for insurers to enter the space. My intuition says that the landscape must be formed and refined. Quite likely there are activities happening in the back ground that are creating the fog-shaping which leads to more certainty and clarity. The clarity leads to entry.

The First World Congress on Global Healthcare and Medical Tourism will be happening in San Francisco this September. The companies and entities attending will be meeting to help shape the environment. You will see them enter, but when the time and environment is well defined.

Be Well, Travel Safe

Jim McCormick MD
Premiere Medical Travel Company
818.917.6189