Pre existing conditions, health insurance issues
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Pre existing conditions, health insurance issues
Hi
My parents live in Spain and have residence there and are both in their 80’s.
it is my hope to move over there to look after them. I’m 54 but have underlying health issues. Mainly 5 stents put in in November 2019. I’ve not had any heart related or angina issues since.
but in order to get a visa, NLV I need to have full health insurance. I’m finding it very hard to get any cover for heart issues.
currently my only hope seems to stay in the UK and retire in 12 years time with an S1!
Has anyone had similar issues but found a health insurance broker who will work with you. I know I’m going to have to pay high cost, but that’s not an issue.
I’d like to be able to look after my parents in their last years, not just visit them for occasional visits.
My parents live in Spain and have residence there and are both in their 80’s.
it is my hope to move over there to look after them. I’m 54 but have underlying health issues. Mainly 5 stents put in in November 2019. I’ve not had any heart related or angina issues since.
but in order to get a visa, NLV I need to have full health insurance. I’m finding it very hard to get any cover for heart issues.
currently my only hope seems to stay in the UK and retire in 12 years time with an S1!
Has anyone had similar issues but found a health insurance broker who will work with you. I know I’m going to have to pay high cost, but that’s not an issue.
I’d like to be able to look after my parents in their last years, not just visit them for occasional visits.
Last edited by KateInky; Mar 13th 2022 at 1:35 pm.
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Re: Pre existing conditions, health insurance issues
Hi
My parents live in Spain and have residence there and are both in their 80’s.
it is my hope to move over there to look after them. I’m 54 but have underlying health issues. Mainly 5 stents put in in November 2019. I’ve not had any heart related or angina issues since.
but in order to get a visa, NLV I need to have full health insurance. I’m finding it very hard to get any cover for heart issues.
currently my only hope seems to stay in the UK and retire in 12 years time with an S1!
Has anyone had similar issues but found a health insurance broker who will work with you. I know I’m going to have to pay high cost, but that’s not an issue.
I’d like to be able to look after my parents in their last years, not just visit them for occasional visits.
My parents live in Spain and have residence there and are both in their 80’s.
it is my hope to move over there to look after them. I’m 54 but have underlying health issues. Mainly 5 stents put in in November 2019. I’ve not had any heart related or angina issues since.
but in order to get a visa, NLV I need to have full health insurance. I’m finding it very hard to get any cover for heart issues.
currently my only hope seems to stay in the UK and retire in 12 years time with an S1!
Has anyone had similar issues but found a health insurance broker who will work with you. I know I’m going to have to pay high cost, but that’s not an issue.
I’d like to be able to look after my parents in their last years, not just visit them for occasional visits.
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I would have thought that someone would insure you for a year although it might be quite high. If money is a problem the question would be how will you finance your time in Spain? Plus is the S1 and free healthcare available to uk nats who arrive after Brexit? I thought that was only for those resident before it.
S1 is now only issued to those eligible for UK state pension (and not to those eligible for some other UK benefits), can be used for visa application, and you don't have to have been resident in EU before 31st December 2020. This was a last-minute deal struck with EU.
Last edited by Joppa; Mar 13th 2022 at 6:01 pm.
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You have no choice but to get a private medical insurance covering your conditions no matter what the cost. After a year you can contribute to state healthcare through Covenio Especial at 60 euro a month. It has no exclusions but you have to pay the full cost of medication. Generic medicines are much cheaper than in UK, averaging around £2 to £3 for a month's supply.
S1 is now only issued to those eligible for UK state pension (and not to those eligible for some other UK benefits), can be used for visa application, and you don't have to have been resident in EU before 31st December 2020. This was a last-minute deal struck with EU.
S1 is now only issued to those eligible for UK state pension (and not to those eligible for some other UK benefits), can be used for visa application, and you don't have to have been resident in EU before 31st December 2020. This was a last-minute deal struck with EU.
Thats what I’m hoping to do is get the first full year living there under the NLV and then do the Covenio Especial after that. If only I could chose that option now! I’d happily pay triple the monthly fee😂
But I need to get the insurance first year!
Im planning on calling and contacting a load of insurers tomorrow. But had hoped maybe someone on here would know of one that will work with me.
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Which insurance company should I choose?
Sanitas is the largest private health insurer in Spain. The following are prevalent insurance companies that you’ll find there:- Sanitas Health Insurance in Spain
- Adeslas Insurance
- Asisa Insurance
- Expatriate Healthcare
- AXA PPP International Healthcare
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Which insurance company should I choose?
Sanitas is the largest private health insurer in Spain. The following are prevalent insurance companies that you’ll find there:- Sanitas Health Insurance in Spain
- Adeslas Insurance
- Asisa Insurance
- Expatriate Healthcare
- AXA PPP International Healthcare
"To make extra sure your pre-existing conditions will always be treated, it’s best to sign up for supplemental health insurance. Private medical companies vary in whether they choose to treat a pre-existing condition, just like in any country, so it’s a good idea to shop around for the best rates and plan for you."
I have a heart condition myself and can't even get travel insurance which does not exclude anything related to it (and companies have also stressed that my husband would not be covered for any expenses relating to my heart condition either, eg cancellation costs or accommodation should I need to be hospitalised whilst travelling) let alone a private health policy suitable for a visa.
I wish the OP luck in finding a suitable policy but fear it may be an impossible task.
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Hi
My parents live in Spain and have residence there and are both in their 80’s.
it is my hope to move over there to look after them. I’m 54 but have underlying health issues. Mainly 5 stents put in in November 2019. I’ve not had any heart related or angina issues since.
but in order to get a visa, NLV I need to have full health insurance. I’m finding it very hard to get any cover for heart issues.
currently my only hope seems to stay in the UK and retire in 12 years time with an S1!
Has anyone had similar issues but found a health insurance broker who will work with you. I know I’m going to have to pay high cost, but that’s not an issue.
I’d like to be able to look after my parents in their last years, not just visit them for occasional visits.
My parents live in Spain and have residence there and are both in their 80’s.
it is my hope to move over there to look after them. I’m 54 but have underlying health issues. Mainly 5 stents put in in November 2019. I’ve not had any heart related or angina issues since.
but in order to get a visa, NLV I need to have full health insurance. I’m finding it very hard to get any cover for heart issues.
currently my only hope seems to stay in the UK and retire in 12 years time with an S1!
Has anyone had similar issues but found a health insurance broker who will work with you. I know I’m going to have to pay high cost, but that’s not an issue.
I’d like to be able to look after my parents in their last years, not just visit them for occasional visits.
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Have you tried BUPA ? Obviously everybody and every case is different, I have stents and they cover me, however they needed to be satisfied that there had been no issues for 12 months and the reason for the stents had been reduced/removed and not simply that I had no issues since. Basically they had to see a lifestyle change since the stents - Weight loss, cholesterol reduction to normal levels and a stress echo/cardiac fitness. For me this needs to be satisfied annually.
Thanks for the information. Can I ask did they cover you with underwriting added? And I’m assuming that was acceptable for NLV?
Going to try and call them instead of doing the online quote. Try and explain that I’ve had no issues since last stents put in November 2019. I also walk about 8-10 miles a day with my job and I’ve had no angina since 2019. Proving that issues are gone or not getting worse. I do still take my meds everyday, but have had nothing that would send me back to a&e or my gp.
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Thanks for the information. Can I ask did they cover you with underwriting added? And I’m assuming that was acceptable for NLV?
Going to try and call them instead of doing the online quote. Try and explain that I’ve had no issues since last stents put in November 2019. I also walk about 8-10 miles a day with my job and I’ve had no angina since 2019. Proving that issues are gone or not getting worse. I do still take my meds everyday, but have had nothing that would send me back to a&e or my gp.
Thanks for the information. Can I ask did they cover you with underwriting added? And I’m assuming that was acceptable for NLV?
Going to try and call them instead of doing the online quote. Try and explain that I’ve had no issues since last stents put in November 2019. I also walk about 8-10 miles a day with my job and I’ve had no angina since 2019. Proving that issues are gone or not getting worse. I do still take my meds everyday, but have had nothing that would send me back to a&e or my gp.
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Hi
My parents live in Spain and have residence there and are both in their 80’s.
it is my hope to move over there to look after them. I’m 54 but have underlying health issues. Mainly 5 stents put in in November 2019. I’ve not had any heart related or angina issues since.
but in order to get a visa, NLV I need to have full health insurance. I’m finding it very hard to get any cover for heart issues.
currently my only hope seems to stay in the UK and retire in 12 years time with an S1!
Has anyone had similar issues but found a health insurance broker who will work with you. I know I’m going to have to pay high cost, but that’s not an issue.
I’d like to be able to look after my parents in their last years, not just visit them for occasional visits.
My parents live in Spain and have residence there and are both in their 80’s.
it is my hope to move over there to look after them. I’m 54 but have underlying health issues. Mainly 5 stents put in in November 2019. I’ve not had any heart related or angina issues since.
but in order to get a visa, NLV I need to have full health insurance. I’m finding it very hard to get any cover for heart issues.
currently my only hope seems to stay in the UK and retire in 12 years time with an S1!
Has anyone had similar issues but found a health insurance broker who will work with you. I know I’m going to have to pay high cost, but that’s not an issue.
I’d like to be able to look after my parents in their last years, not just visit them for occasional visits.
Do you currently have private healthcare with BUPA? This is generally transferable to Sanitas which is the Spanish name for BUPA.