Hernia Travel Insurance

Getting the right hernia travel insurance

When you have a hernia you’ll want the right holiday insurance policy to cover your condition.

We’re not one-size-fits-all people, and we wouldn’t expect you to be. So we’ll help you tailor a policy that fits your needs and gives you the level and breadth of cover that’s right for you.

It doesn’t take long, which means you can focus on the important business of planning and enjoying your trip.

Our customers know we like to do things right. It’s why they’ve voted us the UK’s Most Trusted Travel Insurance Provider by Moneywise in 2018.

So why not get your tailored quote for hernia travel insurance online, or talk to us now on 0800 033 4902.

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Can I go on holiday with a hernia? And can I fly with one?

Yes to both, as long as your doctor has declared you fit to do so.

If your doctor has declared you unfit to travel, then your cover will not be valid as it may not be safe for you.

Travelling immediately after hernia surgery may be deemed safe, as long as extra precautions are taken. That can mean not lifting heavy suitcases or undertaking strenuous activity.

There is an increased risk of swelling and strangulation, if you travel with a protruding hernia, again your doctor will advise.

Why do I need travel insurance to cover my hernia?

It’s always worth being prepared for the unpredictable, particularly when you’re away from home. With a pre-existing medical condition such as a hernia, making sure that it’s covered by your travel insurance policy makes sense.

In fact it’s not that uncommon for people to have to make a claim on their insurance. 1 in 20 people made claims on their Annual Travel Insurance in 2017*.

The cost of medical treatment varies from country to country but in many it can prove expensive. So covering yourself with a good policy could end up saving you thousands in hospital bills you do ending up needing treatment for your hernia while travelling, or even helping you get back home from your trip.

If you’ve recently had surgery to correct a hernia, there is a chance it may reoccur, so it’s a good idea to have medical cover just in case. Of course, your doctor has to declare you fit to travel first.

We think travel insurance is worth doing well. Don’t you?

What kinds of hernia can I get cover for?

There are many different kinds of hernias and they affect people in different ways. Common kinds we cover include:

• Inguinal
• Incisional
• Femoral
• Umbilical
• Hiatal

To find out whether we can cover your hernia, we’ll first need you to complete a medical screen.

What is a medical screen?

We’ll simply ask you a few questions about your hernia condition and any other pre-existing medical conditions you have.

If a medical condition is not included in your policy it could end up meaning you are not covered in the event of a claim. So we like to do things by the book, just to be on the safe side.

In order to make sure your policy is properly tailored to cover you, it’s important that you give full and accurate answers. It’s probably a good idea to have details of your medical condition to hand during the screening process.

Common questions we may ask include:

• What kind of hernia do you have?
• Do you take regular medication for this?
• Has your hernia been successfully treated with surgery?

You can answer these questions online or by talking to us. They’ll help you through the process and answer other questions you may have.

It’s really quite straightforward and only takes a few minutes. You can get a quote online now or call us 0800 033 4902.

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Will a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) cover my hernia condition?

Carrying an EHIC is a condition of our insurance if you’re going on holiday or taking a trip in most parts of Europe.

With an EHIC you’re eligible to subsidised or free healthcare in most European countries when using their state healthcare provider (like our NHS). This covers all EEA countries (that’s all EU members plus Iceland, Norway, Lichtenstein and Switzerland). But please be aware: even within the EEA, a few places such Monaco and Jersey, do not accept EHIC.

If you do use your EHIC and you’ve still had to pay a subsidised fee for healthcare, we’ll remove the excess fee for medical emergency claims.

However, an EHIC does not cover you for non-medical issues that can go wrong. If you have to cancel your holiday, or if you have to pay for medical transportation home, EHIC will not cover this. So although you should certainly take it along with you, an EHIC is no substitute for good travel insurance.

Types of travel insurance policies we offer

We offer two types of policy to suit you and your family’s travel plans:

Single Trip Travel Insurance is just the thing if you’re going for a one-off holiday. From UK city-breaks to worldwide tours, you’ll be covered with our Single Trip policy. You can add in as many destinations as you want within the trip, and your cover can last for up to 104 days. Your cover stops once you’re back home safe.

Annual Travel Insurance may suit you better if you’re planning on taking more than one holiday within a year. It can cover all of your trips in that time. It could even save you up to £79** compared to buying a single policy for each trip you take. If you’re under 70, you can stay for up to 50 days in any one trip, up to a total of 183 days. And if you’d like to stay away for up to 100 days on one trip, this can be extended for an additional premium.

Whatever your travel plans, and whatever your medical conditions, all of our policies can be tailored to best suit your needs.

Taking a longer trip?

What if the two policies above aren’t enough to cover your plans? No problem at all – you can choose one of our long stay policies.

For under 65s, our long stay plan means you can you travel for up to 550 days – ample cover for a wild variety of trips or holidays, from around the word cruises to lengthy stays in favourite places.

Here’s a simple comparison between our two levels of cover – available on both Single Trip and Annual Travel Insurance policies.