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● efficiently navigates the health-care system in the region you ’ re visiting on your behalf ;
● closely monitors your treatment plans to ensure you ’ re receiving the right level of care ;
● arranges direct billing for your treatment whenever possible , so you can avoid out-ofpocket expenses ;
● keeps you and your loved ones in touch ;
● coordinates arrangements for your safe return home if necessary .
If you need medical treatment while you ’ re away , contact Allianz before seeking treatment . We will provide you with a referral for optimal treatment and arrange billing on your behalf whenever possible .
Allianz Global Assistance Coverage and COVID-19
Wrapping Up Your Experience Seamlessly
Allianz makes it easy to submit claims securely , smoothly , and efficiently from a mobile device or any browser via Allianz ’ s online claims portal at allianzassistanceclaims . ca .
Eligible claims for online submission include trip cancellation , interruption , and delay as well as out‐of-pocket emergency medical expenses .
If you must travel while Canadian government COVID-19 advisories are in effect for your destination , our COVID-19 Insurance and Assistance Plan is available to help protect you . It is important to ensure that you also have emergency hospital and medical coverage in place through your ARTA plan for unexpected situations .
Your health and safety remain our priority . As with every trip , travellers are encouraged to review and follow Government of Canada travel advisories at travel . gc . ca / travelling / advisories .
Due to the pandemic , also be sure to check any requirements for returning to Canada using the ArriveCAN app . Learn more at canada . ca / en / public-health / services / diseases / coronavirus-diseasecovid-19 / arrivecan . html # a0 .
Travel insurance does not cover everything . For complete terms , conditions , limitations , and exclusions , please refer to the policy . Our travel insurance is underwritten by CUMIS General Insurance Company , a member of the Co-operators group of companies , and administered by Allianz Global Assistance , which is a registered business name of AZGA Service Canada Inc . news & views AUTUMN 2021 | 55