Telemedicine in Travel Insurance: Revolution or Just Another Marketing Gimmick?
Imagine this: you’re traveling abroad and suddenly get a headache or a rash. Instead of panicking and hunting for the nearest hospital, you can now consult a doctor from Montenegro — online, in Montenegrin, and completely free! Yes, you read that right. Uniqa Insurance has launched a telemedicine service for its travel insurance customers, included in the package you already pay for.
What is telemedicine and why does it matter? Telemedicine is an online consultation with a doctor via video call, phone, or chat. This means you don’t have to wander unfamiliar streets or wait in lines in a foreign country. All you need is internet and a phone. Uniqa has made sure consultations are available in Montenegrin, a huge plus for those who don’t speak foreign languages.
How does it work? When you buy travel insurance from Uniqa, you automatically get access to this service. All you have to do is call the contact center or send a message on Viber, and you’ll receive a link for an online consultation. Operators will connect you with a doctor from a wide network of healthcare institutions. If the case is urgent or complex, you’ll be referred to the nearest medical facility, with costs covered directly by Uniqa.
Is this just a marketing gimmick? It might sound like another marketing ploy, but the facts say otherwise. The service is free and available to all travel insurance customers. The partnership with Mavie Telemed, a platform serving over a million patients across Europe, guarantees seriousness and quality.
Why is this important for travelers? Traveling is great, but accidents happen when you least expect them. With this service, you don’t have to worry about language barriers, finding a doctor, or high treatment costs abroad. Everything is at your fingertips, fast and easy.
But is it all sunshine and rainbows? Of course, telemedicine can’t replace an in-person exam in emergencies. Also, service availability depends on internet connectivity, which can be an issue in some destinations. Still, for most minor health issues, this is a real revolution.
Conclusion Uniqa has taken a big step toward modernizing travel insurance in Montenegro. Free online consultations with doctors in your native language while traveling abroad are not just a convenient add-on — they could be a lifesaver. If you’re planning a trip, maybe it’s time to consider this service.
So, what do you think? Would you dare to get treated online while on vacation? Or do you still trust only good old face-to-face exams? Drop a comment, let’s see who’s for and who’s against this digital health revolution!
