Tourists Utilize Insurance Services that Panama Offers

The visitors, who choose Panama as a destination for vacationing or doing business, have been utilizing the tourist insurance services that Panama offers.

Statistics from the Tourism Authority of Panama indicate that, from January through October, 850 medical visits were provided within the coverage, which is offered through the ASSA and Generalli insurance companies.

The statistics indicate that monthly there were 2 to 3 hospitalizations registered at the medical centers that are on list of providers.

Intoxication, fractures, colds, accidents of all kinds, and ischemia were the most prevailing incidents that occurred during those months.

Venezuelans, Colombians, and Americans lead the list of the most benefited visitors through this exclusive coverage.

Panama is the only country around the world that provides free insurance for tourists. The various insurance coverage are very interesting, specifically the medical insurance for accidents. This medical insurance is one of the main concerns for visitors when traveling to a tourist destination.

The fact of being a safe and peaceful country, contributes to the awakening of tourist’s interest to visit Panama.

The tourism for retirees —seniors mainly coming from the United States and Europe— has intensified significantly, and one of their main concerns is medical attention.