EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE PLUS (EA+)
When you’re traveling, unexpected medical emergencies can leave you stranded or unable to get home safely. That’s where Emergency Assistance Plus (EA+) comes in. EA+ is a membership-based service offering critical emergency and medical assistance, including medical evacuation, transportation home, and many other travel assistance services—all arranged and paid for upfront with no deductibles.
What is Emergency Assistance Plus (EA+)?
EA+ is more than just travel insurance—it’s a dedicated medical assistance and transport service designed to support travelers during severe health crises. Unlike traditional medical insurance that reimburses costs later, EA+ arranges and pays for emergency services immediately. Whether you’re medically evacuated from a remote area or need transportation home after hospitalization, EA+ is your safety net.
What Does EA+ Cover That Travel Insurance Doesn’t?
Even the best travel insurance plans have gaps, especially when it comes to emergency medical transportation. While your insurance coverage may reimburse costs later, EA+ handles everything in real-time.
EA+ Core Services Include:
- Emergency Medical Evacuation
- Transportation Home after Hospitalization
- Return of Deceased Remains
- Assistance for Traveling Companions
- 24/7 Emergency Support and Coordination
Whether you’re unable to obtain funds during a crisis or don’t want to max out your payment card or debit, EA+ steps in.
Who Can Benefit From EA+?
EA+ is perfect for:
- Frequent travelers (domestic or international)
- Seniors and retirees
- Families traveling with children
- Solo travelers seeking added security
Whether you’re on vacation, visiting family, or traveling for work, EA+ ensures you won’t be left scrambling during an emergency.
How EA+ Works: Immediate Help When You Need It Most
Once you’re admitted to a hospital due to an emergency while traveling, EA+ takes over. The team coordinates your hospital-to-hospital evacuation, handles your bill payment transaction for medical transport, and ensures you’re brought safely home. No need to initiate a payment instruction, use your credit card, or provide funds from your payment account and remit—EA+ covers it all upfront.
SERVICE DELIVERY AND ACCESS
EA+ provides various membership options tailored to different needs. Whether you’re traveling solo or with family, you can select an individual or family membership. The benefits of your membership kick in once you’re hospitalized and include services like hospital-to-hospital evacuation, transportation home, and more. All services are arranged and provided by EA+ to ensure smooth and timely medical assistance.
CORE SERVICES
EA+ Travel Insurance offers a comprehensive range of services designed to provide peace of mind while you travel. These include emergency medical evacuation, transportation home, return of deceased remains, and many other essential services. EA+ ensures that you’re covered in the event of a medical emergency, whether you’re traveling domestically or internationally. With EA+, you can rest assured that you’ll receive the necessary assistance when needed most.
WHAT THEY OFFER
EA+ offers two levels of membership – Essential and Premier – both designed to provide thorough support in the event of a medical emergency while traveling. Each plan covers essential services like emergency medical evacuation, transportation home, and assistance for companions. The Premier plan offers enhanced benefits, including upgraded transportation services and extended support, whether you’re traveling alone or with family.
PRICE
EA+ offers flexible pricing based on the membership plan and family coverage:
- Essential Plan
- Annual Membership Cost: $229 (Individual), $289 (Family)
- Coverage includes emergency medical evacuation, transportation home, return of remains, and assistance for one companion.
- Premier Plan
- Annual Membership Cost: $299 (Individual), $359 (Family)
- Includes all Essential plan features, plus upgraded transportation services, assistance for up to three companions, and travel assistance services like 24-hour doctor/ER locator service.
Both plans ensure peace of mind with comprehensive medical and travel assistance services, both during travel and while at home.
EA+ COVERS WHAT TRAVEL INSURANCE DOESN’T
Even top travel insurance may leave gaps. EA+ steps in with no deductibles, covering emergency evacuation, medical transport, and return travel — all arranged and paid for upfront. While insurance reimburses later, EA+ handles everything in real-time, from hospital coordination to getting you home safely. Whether abroad or across the U.S., EA+ is your backup plan when it matters most.
Pros of EA+
- Covers spouse/domestic partner separately
- 30-day refund guarantee
- U.S. & international coverage
- 24/7 Medical Coordination
Cons of EA+
- Limited Use at Home (No Coverage While Stationary)
Why EA+? Immediate Response, No Delays, No Hassles
With EA+, you won’t face delays waiting for an insurance coverage claim to process. EA+ manages the bill payment transaction for covered services, giving you real-time assistance without financial stress.
You don’t need to initiate a payment instruction, use a payment card or debit, or transfer funds from your payee account and remit funds to the payee. Everything is taken care of for you.
