Land of the Free? Not when it comes to healthcare…
May 25th, 2017 | We’ve all seen the horror stories: Travelers/Visitors to the USA who are saddled with tens of thousands of dollars in medical bills after falling ill in the United States. Well, the USA may be the “land of the free” but NOT when it comes to health care.
Making Much of the Least of These: How You Can Help Rebecca’s Home
December 12th, 2016 | The ministry, named after the “least of these” mentioned in the well-loved Bible verse, Matthew 25:40, sought to supply basic necessities to the children, as well as to share the love of Jesus through groups of local and US-based volunteers. Take a look at our President’s passion project.
Gift Ideas for Travelers
December 5th, 2016 | Most of us have at least a few travel aficionados on our holiday gift list. Finding unique, thoughtful, travel-related gifts can be difficult, but we’ve compiled some suggestions for you!
2017 Fitness Resolution? Dogtag® Insurance Has Your Back
November 28th, 2016 | Whether you’ve vowed to make 2017 the year you finally get active, or if you’ve been a lifelong sports enthusiast, we are happy to announce a new travel medical plan specifically designed for sports-related travel—even extreme sports are included in the coverage options. So go ahead, schedule your trip to Everest, then call Insurance Services of America for a free quote for the Dogtag® plan.
2016 Insurer of the Year
November 21st, 2016 | We are honored to announce that Corp America, a magazine reaching over 135,000 subscribers in the business landscape, has named Insurance Services of America as 2016 Insurer of the Year. The magazine’s directors have bestowed this award to just one insurance firm in each state. Corp America reviewed thousands of insurance firms, brokerages and companies, and of those located in Arizona, ISA has come out on top!
Planning a Long Trip? What Expatriates Need to Know
November 14th, 2016 | If you’re seriously considering moving abroad, before you pack your bags or sign your resignation letter, we at Insurance Services of America suggest you consider your health insurance options once you leave American soil…
The BBB and You: An A+ Review!
November 7th, 2016 | We’ve been an accredited BBB business since 2005 and are humbled by over 160 positive client reviews—and zero negative reviews. We are flattered our clients have taken the time to praise our staff, products and, most importantly, our customer service.
A Solution to ObamaCare Rate Hikes? Do the Math with Us.
October 31st, 2016 | November 1st marks the beginning of open enrollment for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace. Millions of Americans without employer-sponsored health insurance will go online to find affordable individual and family coverage from a wide variety of insurance providers with various premium, deductible and co-insurance options. Or will they?
Our Vote Goes To…
October 24th, 2016 | It’s hard to know you’re making the best choice sometimes. Thankfully, unlike too many past elections, we at Insurance Services of America offer you great candidates to choose from—
Medical Evacuation from Haiti
October 17th, 2016 | Most of us are aware of the devastating Haiti earthquake of January 2010. Now, six years and several deadly storms later—including the most recent Hurricane Matthew—the country is still in desperate need of humanitarian, financial and rebuilding aid. But even prior to the earthquake, this impoverished island nation was a popular destination for the humanitarian and church organizations we at Insurance Services of America regularly insure.
Buckle Up and Don’t Forget to Pack Your AD&D Insurance
October 10th, 2016 | The United States’ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ranks deaths resulting from accidents as the fourth leading cause of death for US citizens. Accidents include everything from car accidents, to falls and drowning. But US citizens traveling or living abroad also experience devastating accidents—those that kill or maim—at rates that shouldn’t be ignored.
Our Client’s Heroic Navy SEAL Rescue
October 3rd, 2016 | Dr. Dilip Joseph, a client of Insurance Services of America, realized his life’s dream to provide overseas humanitarian aid when he became the Medical Director at Morning Star Development. In 2012, the Colorado-based organization sent Dr. Joseph to remote, war-torn villages in Afghanistan on a humanitarian mission. The rewarding work was not, however, without its dangers…to say the least.
Insurance Services of America Awarded Best of Gilbert 2016
June 13th, 2016 | Insurance Services of America has been selected for the 2016 Best of Gilbert Award in the Business Services category by the Gilbert Award Program.
Landing Gear » Hot Summer Plans!
May 8th, 2013 | Summer is around the corner! We’ve highlighted some of our most popular plans in this issue so that you can feel at peace when getting extreme in your vacations!
Landing Gear » Spring Has Sprung!
April 3rd, 2013 | Spring has sprung! See what’s new at Insurance Services of America with this issue of Landing Gear. See an actual case study that shows why travel insurance is so important!
Health Care Around the World
March 18th, 2013 | Get a look at how different areas of the world treat their sick. See what health care around the world truly looks like. Is your health care the best?
How Agents Can Find the Tools That Work
March 5th, 2013 | Since the advent of the Internet, rapidly evolving technology has been an integral part of nearly every industry. What started out simply, with email communication and online searches, has grown to include Web conferencing, social networking, and much more.
Landing Gear » You’ll Love This Edition!
February 19, 2013 | You’ll love this edition of Landing Gear. We explain our brand new dental plan. The BEST individual dental plan ever!
Get Your Point Across-With Questions
Feb 5, 2013 | Can you really leverage sales questions to demonstrate your expertise? Absolutely. And it’s one of the best ways I know to show that you’re a smart, savvy seller who could bring value to a relationship.
World’s 25 Largest Insurers Named
January 29, 2013 | When it comes down to the country that can lay claim to the largest group of insurers, the United States isn’t atop the list. A.M. Best released its annual rankings of the top 25 global insurers—both by total assets and net written premiums—and while America is well represented on both lists, it’s behind Japan an other European insurers in both categories.
Perpetual Change and the Ability to Manage It
January 22, 2013 | When someone asks you what you do and you respond, “I’m in the insurance business,” do you think they have any idea what you mean? This is a confusing industry since there are so many aspects to it—from the different lines of business to the different ways policies are sold, to the different tasks within any of those specific fields.
Landing Gear » Read our top story!
January 17th, 2013 | Read our top story about one of our clients who was kidnapped while working overseas in Afghanistan.
Don’t Let Clients Tempt Fate
January 15, 2013 | Unforeseen incidents happen, often leaving families and households reeling with financial as well as emotional trauma.
Insurance News From Around The World
January 9, 2013 | An except on life insurance markets in 5 countries (“Far From Home: Fast out of the gate in 2013).
Landing Gear » Merry Christmas!
December 17, 2012 | As you are gearing up for the holidays, Insurance Services of America wants to wish you all a very merry Christmas!
Landing Gear » Thank You
November 13, 2012 | A quick, and well-deserved, “thank you” to our valued clients, friend and family for making Insurance Services of America very thankful, indeed.
Family Travel Magazine » How to Deal With Lost Luggage on Your Family Vacation
October 24, 2012 | Adam Bates shares a very practical (and pictorial) tip on preventing lost luggage.
Landing Gear » Claims Advice from the Insurance Experts
October 16, 2012 | Our Client Advisors are here to help you through every step of the claims process. Grace Morrow, our Group Plan Specialist, shares four tips for filing and resolving an insurance claim—including getting us involved from the start!
Landing Gear » There Are Only Four CT Scanners in Haiti…and Other Things I’ve Learned at My Job
September 12, 2012 | Trina shares three things she’s learned about insurance since she started working at Insurance Services of America.
Travel Insurance Experts Receive 2012 Best of Gilbert Award
July 24, 2012 | Gilbert Award Program honors Insurance Services of America for “[enhancing] the positive image of small business through service…”
Landing Gear » Know Before You Go
July 10, 2012 | Learn the must-know, super-critical details about travel medical insurance you have to know before you go.
Landing Gear » Take Control! Diabetes Prevention Tips
June 12, 2012 | This month, we’re taking an opportunity to share 5 tips from the world-renowned Mayo Clinic to help you take control of your health—and your ability to qualify for insurance!
Best’s Review from A.M. Best Company » A Broker’s Story
May 2012 | Insurance Services of America has been serving the growing Latin American market with US-style major medical health insurance for years. Our VP, Adam Bates, shares more about this growing trend.
Landing Gear » Feeling Adventurous? Go For It!
May 8, 2012 | If you have one of our Atlas or Day Tripper travel medical insurance plans, coverage for individual hazardous and thrill-seeking sports is now included at no additional cost! Read about this and other plan updates in this edition of Landing Gear.
Phoenix Business Journal » Alyssa Wright Joins Insurance Services of America
April 23, 2012 | Welcome Alyssa to the team!
Medical Tourism » Make Your Move A Smart One
April 2012 | Relocating to a new country? Adam Bates, Insurance Services of America Vice President, educates us on why we should review our insurance options and coverages before we go.
Landing Gear » Announcing MissionaryHealth.net
April 10, 2012 | We recently revamped our MissionaryHealth.net website to offer a simpler experience for our volunteer and missionary clientele. Check out some of the site’s highlights in this edition of Landing Gear.
Landing Gear » How I Spent My Spring Break
March 13, 2012 | Spring Break can be a lot of fun—for most. Find out how one Spring Breaker learned a lot about life’s perils during his time away from school.
Landing Gear » Preparing for My Trip Overseas: Helpful Tips You Can Use
February 14, 2012 | Grace Morrow recently returned from a trip home to Vietnam to celebrate the Lunar New Year. See what she did to help prepare for her trip abroad.
New Web Sites Showcase Old-Fashioned Customer Service
February 6, 2012 | For one family-owned insurance brokerage firm, lots of choices doesn’t mean lots of confused clients.
Landing Gear » Fala português? A Language Barrier Won’t Keep You Grounded—Insurance Works
January 10, 2012 | A language barrier while traveling abroad can be a problem; but it doesn’t have to be with the right insurance!
Landing Gear » ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, and at the North Pole…
December 13, 2011 | Even Santa can benefit from a travel medical plan!
Landing Gear » My Broken Bone Didn’t Break The Bank, Insurance Works
November 15, 2011 | Kina Reid is a smart mom! Find out how a short-term medical plan helped her foot the bill for a broken leg.
Landing Gear » “Bat”ter Safe Than Sorry, Insurance Works
October 12, 2011 | Aaron Bates recounts his experience in Vietnam and how an $80 insurance policy saved him thousands of dollars!
Landing Gear » Learning the Hard Way, Insurance Works
September 13, 2011 | Grace Morrow shares her experience as an international student in Holland and how a knee injury shaped her future.
Phoenix Business Journal » Amy Bates Sullivan Joins Insurance Services of America
September 12, 2011 | Welcome Amy to the team!
Landing Gear » No Broken Bones About It, Insurance Works
August 16, 2011 | Jessica English tells us how insurance came to the rescue for one of our clients in our first ever Landing Gear.
Phoenix Business Journal » Kristie Scott Joins Insurance Services of America
July 13, 2011 | Welcome Kristie to the team!
Phoenix Business Journal » Trina Ypsilanti Joins Insurance Services of America
July 13, 2011 | Welcome Trina to the team!
Ezine Articles » Employees Overseas Need International Health Insurance
July 1, 2011 | Vice President Adam Bates discusses the benefits of international health insurance.
Global Benefits Magazine » Risky Business: Are Your Employees Covered Abroad?
April 5, 2011 | This article asks Human Resources directors to take a second look at the protection global workers need.
Global HR News » Insurance Without Borders
November 2007 | Overseas employees face many risks. This article addresses the necessary steps employers should take to protect them.