Some serious health threats don't arrive with a sudden crash or a dramatic episode; they manifest "silently." Conditions like cancer or heart disease can progress covertly in the background long before the first symptoms ever appear.
When EverTravel became available as a new TMA member travel insurance benefit, Dr. Collins was quick to enroll.* Having one policy in place felt like a practical decision, eliminating the hassle of researching and purchasing coverage for each trip individually.
There is a unique kind of vulnerability that arises when the physician becomes the patient. For years, you have been the steady hand during your patients' most critical moments, the calm voice in a crisis, and the cornerstone of their care. But when the diagnosis is your own, it often triggers a secondary crisis that has nothing to do with medicine and everything to do with the logistics of life.
When a serious diagnosis introduces expenses beyond traditional health insurance, including a high deductible, supplemental income support matters. The TMA Member Critical Illness Insurance plan, issued by the Prudential Insurance Company of America, is intended for situations like these. The following scenario* shows how this critical coverage can play out in practice.
As a dedicated physician, you spend your life caring for others. You know better than anyone that if a serious illness strikes close to home, affecting you or a loved one, the financial impact could be devastating. You have health insurance, of course. Yet, you also know that high deductibles, co–pays, and out–of–network costs can leave massive gaps in your financial protection.
An accident is always unexpected, but the high medical bills that typically follow don't have to be a financial surprise. For families with active lifestyles or children in sports, even great health insurance might leave you exposed. A trip to the emergency room for a broken bone or a sports injury can quickly result in a hefty bill for your deductible, copayments, and services your primary plan doesn't fully cover.
For many, dental insurance is the part of a health plan that often gets passed over, especially if your teeth have always been healthy. However, even preventive care like cleanings, X-rays, and the occasional unexpected procedure can bring costs that add up. If dental coverage wasn’t included when you renewed your health insurance, it creates a gap that affects both your protection and your budget. The good news? You can still add this valuable coverage.
Open Enrollment is coming to a close. If you’re reviewing your health insurance coverage for 2026, there is still time to look at solutions that may offer more flexibility than you expect and may help you better manage costs - but the time to do so is limited.
