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for all of you not got a E111 or EHIC as it is now I ave just applied for mine online took me 5 mins dead simple go to www.direct.gov.ukSimple It dont provide 100% cover but every little helps right? |
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« Reply #1 on: May 25, 2006, 08:46:45 pm » |
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Do you understand the difference between and E111 and travel insurance?
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« Reply #2 on: May 25, 2006, 08:51:05 pm » |
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yes the E111 entitles you to discounted or possibly free medical treatment and I stress possible, it is worth getting the form but this does NOT take away the need for insurance I am taking both it's better to be safe than sorry How much is a stomach pump??  |
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« Reply #4 on: May 25, 2006, 09:45:50 pm » |
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E111 (card now, not form) entitles you to 70% of medical costs. So top up with travel insurance. Trailfinders are quick and easy but no doubt there are others.
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« Reply #5 on: May 25, 2006, 10:06:08 pm » |
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E111 (card now, not form) entitles you to 70% of medical costs. So top up with travel insurance. Trailfinders are quick and easy but no doubt their are others.
70% of medical costs!, That is just the immediate operation, it will not cover you for the nights you spend in hospital, or possibly having to be brought back to the UK. Typically travel insurance can be bought online for around £10 for the week. It will also cover you if the pickies have more than expect of you site. |
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« Reply #6 on: May 25, 2006, 11:34:00 pm » |
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But as the man says, every little helps and its free and now easy.
Took me 2 mins.
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« Reply #7 on: May 25, 2006, 11:39:01 pm » |
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And check the travel insurance small print. Under some you are not covered if you are drunk |
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« Reply #8 on: May 25, 2006, 11:59:17 pm » |
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There isn't a nationality more obsessed by travel insurance than the British.
Suck it up - medical attention from farmers is fine.
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« Reply #10 on: May 26, 2006, 08:46:09 am » |
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Have used the old E111 a few times over the years - it's saved a few bob.
Travel insurance often has high excess. Last time I had to use a doc (Spain I think) the costs came to about £100 and I recall I decided it wasn't worth the bother claiming for what I'd have got. Nevertheless it's a "must have".
If you have your house contents insured with Direct Line you can get a considrable discount on their travel insurance as your possessions are covered by the house policy.
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« Reply #11 on: May 26, 2006, 09:26:27 am » |
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depend which insurance you have. i get mine from worldwide, it about £110 (with discount) per year http://www.worldwideinsure.com/ and covers absoultly everything with no excess (elite policy). have claimed from it a few times with no problems or questions asked. i need it as it covers sports others dont - climbing, diving , skiing, parchuting and motorbiking! also allows for pre-existing medical conditions. recommend it. |
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« Reply #12 on: May 26, 2006, 10:49:49 am » |
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Have a look at www.insureandgo.com. I have used this before and they are very cheap. |
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« Reply #13 on: May 26, 2006, 11:00:26 am » |
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There isn't a nationality more obsessed by travel insurance than the British.
Suck it up - medical attention from farmers is fine.
I take your point but my friend who was taken ill when visiting me a month ago (nothing to do with my cooking, honest) has just got an 1800 euro bill after a 10 day stay in hospital, and that's after the E111 contribution. She's regretting not spending a few quid on travel insurance now. |
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« Reply #14 on: May 26, 2006, 01:05:41 pm » |
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My E111 Credit card arrived today, just hope i don't need to make a withdrawal  |
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