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Specialist Post-Surgery Travel Insurance 

Every day, thousands of surgeries take place in the UK – from routine surgeries for things like cataracts and joint replacements, to more complex procedures like a coronary artery bypass graft (CABG). While surgery is important to get you the treatment you need, once you’re cleared to travel again post-surgery, you want to ensure you are travelling with peace of mind. That’s where Post-Surgery Travel Insurance comes in, making sure you can enjoy your travels following your procedure(s).

The Importance of Travel Insurance Post-Surgery

Securing specialist Travel Insurance after surgery is important to ensure you are given a policy that meets your specific needs. Declaring pre-existing medical conditions and any related surgery is vital to make sure your policy will cover you for any future claims you may need to make. 

Find Travel Insurance Post-Surgery

At Just Travel Cover, we provide cover for hundreds of pre-existing medical conditions, including related surgery. All policies and claims are subject to acceptance criteria, policy terms and conditions, and may vary depending on the nature of the surgery being performed. Before obtaining Post-Surgery Travel Insurance, you’ll need to consult with your doctor or surgeon to ensure you are fit to travel, as otherwise, any later claims you make could be invalid.

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Managing Risks While Travelling After Surgery

After checking you are medically fit to travel with your doctor and securing personalised Post-Surgery Travel Insurance, here are some tips to help you manage the risks while enjoying your travels:

 

  • Talk with your doctor – inform your doctor of your specific travel plans, as they can help you decide when to travel and how best to manage your condition. 
  • Pack medications – keep these in your hand luggage and make sure you take them as instructed. 
  • Create an appropriate travel plan – make sure any activities you plan on undertaking are realistic given your pre-existing medical condition(s) and any subsequent surgery.  As always, ensure that your GP/medical practitioner is in agreement with any travel plans and activities you may be considering. 
  • Check with your airline – depending on the type of surgery you’ve had, you may need to inform your airline to help them accommodate you onboard so it is always best to check with them directly. 
All policies and claims are subject to acceptance criteria and policy terms and conditions.
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Post-Surgery Travel Insurance FAQs

What types of surgery can I get cover for with my Travel Insurance?

At Just Travel Cover, you’ll find specialist Travel Insurance for several types of surgery. These include surgery for:

  • Cataracts
  • Gallbladder
  • Hernia
  • Hip/Knee replacement
  • Broken bones and fractures
  • Heart surgeries such as Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), stents 
  • Pacemaker
  • And many more 

If you don’t see your surgery listed during the medical screen process, please get in touch with us on 0800 294 2969 and speak to an agent who can help.

I have recently had surgery. Do I need to declare this on my Travel Insurance?

Yes. Declaring surgery along with the condition that led to you receiving surgery is important to help us match you with an insurer who can cover your needs. This gives a clear understanding of your condition and ensures you are presented with the appropriate levels of cover. 

Is there an upper age limit for Travel Insurance post-surgery?

No. At Just Travel Cover, we offer Travel Insurance policies with no upper-age limit, ensuring everyone can enjoy their dream travels – no matter their age or medical status. Whether you’re in your 50s, 60s, 70s or 80s and are looking for Post-Surgery Travel Insurance, we’ll be happy to help find the right insurer/s for you.

How soon can I fly after a knee replacement?

This depends on how recently you’ve had surgery and whether or not you have been deemed ‘fit to travel’ by your consultant/medical practitioner.  You should not travel against the advice of your doctor as this could affect your ability to make a claim on your policy. 

What if I am looking to arrange Travel Insurance before surgery?

If you haven’t yet had surgery and are on a waiting list, we may still be able to offer cover. Visit our Travel Insurance for those Awaiting Surgery page for more information.

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