Medical extraction insurance recommendations

[MOAK]

I’m in need of Medical Evac Insurance. I see quite a few insurance companies on line but none seem to specifically state that the insurance would cover a wilderness extraction. Recommendations? Thanks in advance

 

[Flipper]

Global Rescue

 

[Dilldog]

I know companies like Life Flight and Air St. Lukes offer memberships that cover you in the event you need medivaced. Im not sure how that would cover wilderness stabilization and such, because typically the helicopter is called in after someone is stabilized...

 

[MMc]

Most of the time self extraction is faster.

 

[Dilldog]

Most of the time self extraction is faster.

I would agree for most instances. But if you dont have the right training or equipment you can do lots more damage. Sometimes speed isnt the primary concern, but doing something right to prevent further injury.

 

[M Rose]

Here is a good article about evacuation insurance and why you naught want it.

Should You Get SAR Insurance This Summer?

The summer is one of the most popular times to hike, but it can also be one of the most dangerous. With more and more people heading

www.lovethebackcountry.com

 

[MOAK]

Agree with the self extraction point of view for minor stuff, broken limbs, cuts, etc. . I’d never dream of launching my PLB signal, or attempting a HAM SOS unless it was completely life threatening.

 

[MMc]

In my younger days I was with Yosemite search and rescue. Pulled more than a couple folks from strange places, both vertical and horizontal. A rescue for us was always 4 to 12 hours to show up. Most of the rescues took a full day from when the incident started until the they were hospital bound. I understand not doing more harm by moving. My experience is with climbers and hikers and before PLD. So it is dated. I think getting a high level of first aid would be my first go to, something that doesn’t start with call 911 on every treatment. I also carry a large first aid kit and know how to use everything in it. Having time in a life threatening situation usually don’t happen, IMO.

 

[Get Out GO]

I'd say it depends where you're going, especially international overlanding and the situation. If you're in the middle of the Central Kalahari (Botswana) at Bape camp, the nearest reserve gate (with some form of comms) is 7h away. The nearest hospital is Scottish Livingston in Molepolole, at least 9h away by car (self-extraction). If I get bitten by a puffadder (snake) in camp I want to satellite call / text GEOS and be airlifted (1h30 flight time). Something to consider though is that most airlifts don't operate at night so you'll have to decide between self-extraction time with waiting for first light. Also note that helicopters have weight restrictions as well.

Back to the OP's question though, maybe check out AirMed or Global Rescue. Ask your travel clinic / doctor for recommendations as well maybe.