Private medical insurance (PMI)
ALC Health launches claims monitoring service for customers
International private medical insurance provider ALC Health has launched an online member service that allows policyholders to check details as well as submit, manage and monitor claims 24 hours a day.
William Russell alters Hong Kong claims process
International expatriate insurance provider William Russell has changed its out-patient claims procedure for Hong Kong-based clients.
Roundtable: Medical matters - product liability in the life sciences
Advances in medical science have created new opportunities and challenges for product liability insurers and policyholders, but is either party ready for what lies ahead?
UK private medical cover second most expensive in Europe
UK policyholders of private medical cover pay some of the highest premiums in Europe, despite scaled back cover and a limited choice of providers.
Insurers manage trillions of pounds in investments, ABI finds
UK insurers are now paying out nearly £200m every single day to customers, according to figures published by the Association of British Insurers.
Post Top 100 UK Insurers Supplement: Brand analysis - Survival of the fittest
Belt-tightening, regulation and rising costs have proved a challenging triumvirate for the industry. But, while some insurance brands have faltered, others have prospered.
New jet allows CEGA to repatriate claimants across the globe
Medical assistance and claims management company CEGA is extending the international reach of its air ambulance service to meet growing demand for long-distance critical care transfers.
WR Berkley España appoints new president
WR Berkley Corporation has promoted Alejandro Jiménez to executive chairman of WR Berkley Insurance (Europe) Limited Sucursal En España.
German health insurance system to post surplus for 2012
The Bundesbank expects Germany's public health insurance system to record a significant surplus again this year, according to the website of Deutsche Börse Group.
Aria Assistance promises service difference following MBO
Aria Assistance has officially launched itself in the insurance and assistance marketplace, following the management buyout of Europ Assistance UK and Ireland.
Worrying level of underinsurance exposed in HK
The chief executive of AIA Hong Kong has expressed deep concern after a survey by the University of Hong Kong revealed this week that a third of the country's adults do not have insurance.
An opportunity for better risk management and growth in India
As the Indian property and casualty market continues to evolve, Dr Vankayalapati Padmavathi explores how the market is now looking to develop solutions to cater for those who are exposed to catastrophic risks, but are too poor to afford insurance.
Commercial health products 'more effective' than relying on goverment, Chinese minister says
China's government plans to work with private insurers to expand national health cover in a bid to close the mortality gap between rural and urban residents while keeping costs low, according to Bloomberg's Businessweek.
Mondial reshuffles sales team
Mondial Assistance UK has restructured its sales team just a fortnight before it becomes Allianz Global Assistance.
Transsexual policy holders entitled to breast enlargement, German court rules
Male-to-female transsexuals can claim for breast enlargement surgery under their insurance policy if hormone therapy fails to give them a feminine shape, a German court has ruled.
Surging US APH claims likely to hit European insurers
European insurers have been urged to manage their asbestos, pollution and health hazard liabilities as the US sees an upsurge in claims.
ANV Syndicate 1891 launches accident and health division
ANV Holdings' newly acquired Syndicate 1861 has opened an accident and health business just eight days since acquiring the Lloyd's business from Flagstone Re.
Hong Kong tops IPMI inflation at 12.7%
International private medical insurance premiums are rising at an average rate of 10.8% annually, according to a new report.
TMNF has superior rating as key earning source for Tokio Marine
Tokio Marine and Nichido Fire (Japan) has had its financial strength rating affirmed at A++ (Superior) and issuer credit rating at aa+.
William Russell expands expat dental cover
Global expatriate insurer William Russell has launched a new optional dental benefit plans for businesses.
Laing & Buisson report published
Laing & Buisson has published its latest report into the UK health and care markets.
Top five Asian news stories
The top five Asian stories from www.insuranceinsight.com over the past seven days.
Cigna appoints Haga sales director for Scandinavia
Cigna Global Health Benefits Europe has appointed Henning Haga to the position of sales director for Scandinavia.
United India lauches healthcare product with Tamilnad Bank
United India Insurance Company has launched a co-branded family healthcare product, to offer customised health insurance to Tamilnad Mercantile Bank's customers.