Building Bridges: Hospitals & International Private Medical Insurance

How can international private healthcare insurance companies and hospitals work better together to improve care for medically complex patients? Finding answers to this vital question is at the heart of the “Building Bridges” conference.

The unique format of pairing thought leaders from the insurance and healthcare sectors to present their perspectives on select key issues, an opportunity is created for better understanding of the problems being faced and pathways forward to solutions. During the Question & Answer sessions, speakers and participants can engage in discussions about tough issues that need resolution if patients are to be at the center of care.

One key topic for discussion is how to balance rising medical costs with the demands of patient care. The premiums for international private healthcare insurance (IPHI) are rising globally due in part to rising medical costs. These increases may put coverage out of reach for more people, limiting their access to affordable, quality care. The current situation of changing tariffs pressures hospitals to monitor the pricing of medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and other products used in the delivery of hospital care, leading to pricing volatility, uncertainty, and price increases. 

Balancing the realities of what insurance companies are able to cover financially, rising medical costs, and the needs of medically complex patients is a difficult and changing situation. Intelligent, caring people from the insurance and healthcare sectors can offer ideas that may turn into viable solutions while improving the channels of communication.

Join us at the Building Bridges conference for engaging discussions and thought-provoking presentations!