Beirut

With a population of around 2 million, Beirut is the capital and the largest city in Lebanon. Located on the coast of the Mediterranean, Beirut is the main trade hub for Lebanon. Beirut is a popular tourist destination known for its rich culture and nightlife. Beirut was partially destroyed during the Lebanese Civil War. However, since then, it has been reconstructed. Beirut was named as a top place to visit by The New York Times and listed as one of the ten liveliest cities in the world by the Lonely Planet in 2009.

Because of its location on the coast of the Mediterranean, Beirut enjoys a climate that is hot and dry in the summer, and cool and rainy in the winter. The spring and fall weather is pleasant, warm and not too wet. August is the peak of the summer, with temperatures as high as 29 °C. January and February, on the other hand, are the coldest months of the year, with temperatures around 10 °C.

Beirut offers a very high level of care. There are private hospitals in the area that are on par with the best hospitals in West Europe and North America. However, the cost of treatment in private hospitals can be quite high. Unfortunately, the healthcare system in Beirut, as with all of Lebanon, is dominated by the private sector. The public health industry has significantly deteriorated during the conflicts and fighting in the past four decades. It has been recovering, but was again, affected in the 2006 conflict with Israel.

Public health centers are available in Beirut, but are not as well equipped and staffed as private facilities are. They are also overcrowded and have long waiting times. However, public health services are much more affordable than private health services.

Expatriates and visitors looking to visit Beirut should review their insurance options. If you currently have medical insurance, check with your insurer to see if you have comprehensive coverage while overseas. If you do not, it is important to purchase either a long-term international medical insurance or a short-term travel medical insurance package, depending on how frequently you travel or how long you decide to stay overseas.

One thing to look out for when purchasing an international medical insurance policy is whether the insurer covers emergency evacuation services. When you are traveling or in an unfamiliar location, it is not unusual for people to venture out to see the more remote areas of the country. If you are injured or ill in a remote area, you may need to be evacuated to a different location that can provide you the medical attention you need. Depending on your location and medical condition, this can be a very expensive cost.

Regardless of what your requirements are, we can help you design a plan that suits you. We have plans that cover all kinds of budget and needs. Our service is absolutely free. Feel free to utilize our knowledge of the health insurance industry and experience in the region to assist you in finding health insurance.

Contact our team today for more information on medical insurance in Beirut or an international medical insurance plan.