Prescription Transfer/Shipping. AXA Assistance USA will assist an Eligible Person with the replacement of lost or misplaced medication or other important items, such as eyeglasses or contact lenses, by first endeavoring to find a local resource for replacement, or by locating and arranging prompt shipment of the item or its equivalent (subject to local law). Arrangements for services are available at no additional cost. Third party costs incurred for services provided are the responsibility of the Eligible Person.
Prescription Transfer/Shipping. AXA will assist an Eligible Person with the replacement of lost or misplaced medication or other important items, such as eyeglasses or contact lenses, by first endeavoring to find a local resource for replacement, or by locating and arranging prompt shipment of the item or its equivalent (subject to local law). Arrangements for services are available at no additional cost. Third party costs incurred for services provided are the responsibility of the Eligible Person. Shipment of Medication: AXA will provide administrative services for the lawful delivery of medication whenever such medication is required and not available locally. Arrangements for services are available at no additional cost. Third party costs incurred for services provided are the responsibility of the Eligible Person. Replacement of medical devices: When medical devices or equipment are not available locally, AXA will make every effort to procure and arrange for delivery. AXA will also arrange for appointments with local physicians and hospitals. Hotel arrangements: AXA will arrange for hotel/convalescence stay at the request of the Eligible Person and arrange for up-front payment when required. Coordinate hospital admission and discharge planning: AXA will arrange for upfront payment or guarantee of emergency medical expenses at a hospital, clinic or emergency room facility in the event that the Eligible Person cannot be admitted without a financial guarantee. In many areas, hospitals may only accept guarantee of expenses from a local company. AXA will be able to provide extensive coverage in this area with its worldwide network of operation centers, correspondents and agents. AXA will arrange hospital admissions when we are notified of a case in advance or in cases of evacuation. In many areas, hospitals may only accept a guarantee of expenses and agree to bill a local company. AXA will be able to provide extensive coverage in this area with its worldwide network of operation centers, correspondents and agents. Upon discharge, if the Eligible Person requires a lesser level of care, AXA will recommend this level of care for approval in advance by the client. Once approved, the medical team of AXA will make all necessary arrangements. If discharge planning requires repatriation to the home country this too will be arranged by AXA. Disbursement of funds is dependent on the availability of such funds in the Eligible Person’s personal credit card or availability of any other financial mean...
