Health Insurance Challenge-English speaking agent in Plovdiv or Sofia?

Lawrence Wilburn · 2015-09-04T12:34:33+02:00

Searching for English-speaking health insurance agents in Plovdiv or Sofia? Find tips and recommendations for finding affordable coverage.

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Lawrence WilburnActive member04 September 2015 10:34:33

Hi everyone, I am from the US and living in Plovdiv. I am here on a type D visa and preparing to apply for my RP. I need to get permanent health insurance coverage and so far it has been not very easy. I have encountered almost no english speakers and the communication/literature about benefits, providers, and coverage has been very limited.

I'd like to have a bit more coverage than the minimum requirement without spending US/UK premiums. Does anyone know a good company with a agent that speaks english?

Thanks in advance,

Lawrence

Dklasanova Member

Member since 26 April 2013

DklasanovaMember04 September 2015 11:31:03

Hello Lawrence,

What is exactly your issue? What kind of company are you looking for?

Kind regards,

Denitsa

Lawrence Wilburn Active member

Member since 20 January 2015

Lawrence WilburnActive member23 September 2015 12:39:49

Hi, I honestly do not know, this has been a confusing process.

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Lawrence WilburnActive member23 September 2015 12:49:53

Hi Again,
I continue to attempt to navigate getting health insurance as part of my RP and it has been difficult.聽 I have found the required minimum coverage through Uniqua for around $250 BGN a year but the coverage information is vague and I have concerns if I have an major heath issue.

Looking into American and UK companies that provide coverage specifically for Expatriates the cost averages 250-300 US dollars a month which is a lot here! And I still have to call for them to tell me where to go verses getting to pick my own provider. How do I know I am getting the best possible care? Does anyone here have this type of coverage?

Cigna quoted me online their Silver International Medical Insurance for 165.00 USD a month ($1500 deductible) plus another $25 a month if I want coverage in the US. This is the best price I have found but there is no detailed coverage information on the website.

Is there anything in the middle between these two choices? I'd like to not spend a fortune but know I can get the best possible care if there is a need. It would be my preference to be able to pick the hospital in Sofia if something serious came up.

Please help and thanks in advance.

Lawrence