FAQ - Out of Country Medical Claims

Q: Does my health insurance policy cover me when I am out of the country?

Q: Do I need a lawyer to handle my out of country medical insurance claim?

Q: How much will my lawsuit against the insurance company cost?

Q: Are there any deadlines that I should be concerned about?

Q: Does my health insurance policy cover me when I am out of the country?

A: Each policy contains unique wording, but most health insurance policies have provisions that will cover you in the event that you get sick or injured while traveling out of country. Obviously, you will not be able to utilize these benefits at the time of injury. However, reimbursement for medical costs is often withheld for unexplained or unfounded reasons.

Q: Do I need a lawyer to handle my out of country medical insurance claim?

A: It is a smart move to involve an experienced lawyer, if your out of country medical claim gets denied. This area of law can be complex and difficult, and a skilled litigator can help you get the benefits you deserve quickly.

Q: How much will my lawsuit against the insurance company cost?

A: Share Lawyers does not require a down payment or retainer from its out of country insurance clients. Our lawyers operate on a contingency fee basis, where all costs are covered up front by our firm, and the lawyer collects his or her fee only in the event of a recovery.

Q: Are there any deadlines that I should be concerned about?

A: There are time limits to all claims and any delay in proceeding may be subject to a deadline. You should not delay in proceeding with your claim or obtaining legal advice to clarify these deadlines.