Outpatient insurance: What is it, what does it cover, and why do we need it?

When looking for a new health insurance plan in Hong Kong, one of the first questions your broker or insurance provider will ask is whether you’d like an inpatient only plan or a more comprehensive plan with inpatient and outpatient insurance cover. But, what’s the difference between inpatient and outpatient insurance? Also, what are its …

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Hospital insurance: What is it, what does it cover, and why do we need it?

Hong Kong is famed for its world class healthcare system, which has of late gained further recognition from their number one ranking in Bloomberg’s 2016 health-care efficiency index. When seeking healthcare you will find that both public and private hospitals in Hong Kong are modernly equipped and provide a high quality of service. That being …

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Key insights on medical insurance inflation in Hong Kong

As one of the most expensive regions in the world for private healthcare, the high cost of medical treatment in this city certainly has a major influence on Hong Kong’s rising medical insurance premiums. As indicated in our 2016 report on the Cost of International Health Insurance, the average cost of international health insurance in …

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Searching for the best private medical insurance plan in Hong Kong

Anyone looking for health insurance will want to find a plan that suits them best. But is there such a thing as the best medical insurance? The answer is a sound yes, but with one caveat: there’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all insurance plan, meaning that what is considered the best for you may …

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