Travel Insurance for Kidney Failure
Living with kidney failure? Tell us in our medical screening and we can consider cover for your trip.
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Get a QuoteWhat is kidney failure?
Kidney failure is a serious condition where the kidneys are no longer able to filter waste and excess fluids from the blood effectively, which can affect people in different ways, depending on the severity of symptoms and how well it is managed. In the UK, around 70,000 people are living with the condition.
It’s important that you discuss your kidney failure with a doctor before travelling. They will need to ensure that you are fit to fly with kidney failure and that any symptoms are well managed.
A trip abroad with kidney failure can take a little extra planning, but if your condition is stable and you’ve spoken with your doctor, there’s often no reason you can’t still enjoy a holiday abroad
Having the right travel insurance in place for kidney failure can help to cover:
- Emergency medical treatment if your condition worsens during your trip
- Hospital stays and related medical expenses abroad
- Medical repatriation to the UK if further treatment is needed
- Cancellation costs if you have to cancel your trip for medical reasons
Travel advice for people with a kidney condition like kidney failure
- Speak with your doctor before travelling if your kidney failure has recently changed
- Keep medication and medical information with you at all times
- Avoid situations that may make your symptoms worse where possible
- Take regular breaks if kidney failure leaves you tired or dizzy
During the quote process, we will ask about any pre-existing medical conditions. If this applies to you, your kidney failure will need to be declared on the policy.
Many people with kidney failure can still arrange travel insurance with us. The cover available depends on the details of your diagnosis and how it is currently managed, so full and accurate answers in the medical declaration help us find the most suitable options.
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