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Planning a long visit. Medical insurance. Who do you use?

Hello everyone,


UK here, 52M. Hypertension runs in my family and I just got diagnosed. Thankfully its pre-HT so I can still take action (meds, diet, exercise).


Anyway, I want to stay in the Philippines for at least 6 months. A scouting trip to get a feel for where to retire. Most of the time will be spent in Iloilo.


I would be grateful if the expat crowd on here could share who they use for medical cover. Would also appreciate any accounts of what it was like if you made a claim. Any other advice would be most welcome :-)


Thanks.

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My advice to anyone.. don't have an accident!.

Most common people in the Philippines if they have insurance at all it will be inadequate. The Hospitals are understaffed and crowded.

   I am a resident since 2017 and been to the hospital several times as a outpatient.  Seen many die in the hallways mostly motorbike accidents.

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