Patriot Exchange Program Travel Medical Insurance

International travel medical insurance purpose-built for exchange students, J1/J2 visa holders, and cultural exchange participants — with up to $5,000,000 in coverage, mental health benefits, student health center access, and 24/7 global assistance included.

Patriot Lite Coverage and Plan Details

Plan Coverage Summary

The Patriot Exchange Program provides comprehensive international medical coverage for individuals and groups participating in educational or cultural exchange programs outside their home country. Designed to meet U.S. J1 and J2 visa insurance requirements, coverage is available for up to 365 days per period, with annually-renewable long-term options available for groups.

  • Eligible Medical Expenses — up to $5,000,000
  • Per Illness or Injury Limit — $50,000 / $100,000 / $250,000 / $500,000 (choice) (Note: $50,000 option does not meet J1/J2 visa requirements)
  • Prescription Drugs & Medication — up to $250,000 per period of coverage
  • Mental Health / Substance Abuse (Inpatient) — up to $10,000
  • Mental Health / Substance Abuse (Outpatient) — up to $50/day; $500 maximum
  • Student Health Center — $5 copay per visit; plan pays 100%; not subject to deductible
  • Emergency Medical Evacuation — up to $50,000
  • Repatriation for Medical Treatment — up to $100,000 (in addition to per illness/injury limit)
  • Return of Mortal Remains — up to $25,000; local burial/cremation up to $5,000
  • Emergency Reunion — up to $15,000 (up to 15 days; $25/day meal maximum)
  • Political Evacuation & Repatriation — up to $10,000
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) — $25,000 Principal Sum
  • Bedside Visit — up to $1,500 (intensive care unit; not subject to deductible)
  • Dental Treatment — up to $350 (unexpected pain); up to $500 per injury (accident, non-emergency)
  • Traumatic Dental Injury — up to the policy maximum (hospital treatment)
  • Incidental Trip — up to 14 days coverage in country of residence (for non-U.S. country of residence only)
  • Terrorism — up to $50,000
  • 24/7 Global Assistance Services — included

Per Illness or Injury Limit Options: $50,000 / $100,000 / $250,000 / $500,000 (Maximum plan limit: $5,000,000 — per illness/injury limits accumulate toward this maximum)

Deductible Options: $0 / $100 / $250 / $500 per illness or injury

Coinsurance:

  • U.S. In-Network: plan pays 90%, insured pays 10%; out-of-pocket maximum $1,000
  • U.S. Out-of-Network: plan pays 80%, insured pays 20%; out-of-pocket maximum = up to the policy maximum
  • International: plan pays 100%, insured pays 0%; out-of-pocket maximum $0

ER Illness Deductible: $500 per ER visit for illness that does not result in direct hospital admission (injury is not subject to ER deductible)

Coverage amounts may vary. Please review the full Certificate of Insurance for complete terms, conditions, and exclusions. J1/J2 visa compliance requires a minimum $100,000 per illness/injury limit.

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