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Regarding brake fade, that was a common occurrence when drum brakes were in use but now almost all autos use disc brakes in the front which are resistant to fade. Although if the pads are worn down to nothing then there could be failure. Brake failure in Thailand is just an excuse for something else.

The insurance company I used was up to 99 years old. Can't recall which one it was but it was mentioned frequently in postings. Recently got rid of all my T&G info (by mistake) so can't provide any details. It was a hassle.

My experience with Thailand Pass was first to book ASQ hotel and supply them with all the information required by Thailand Pass. After the hotel accepts that info I then had to submit everything to Thailand Pass for approval.

Average age of death for an Asian elephant is 48 yo. Average age of death for Thai person is 77 yo.

I had a PCR test at Jomtien Hospital a few days ago and the results were presented within 8 hours or so. The Rapid Test is most likely an antigen test and I assume would have very quick results. I am not personally familiar with anywhere that does Rapid PCR test in Thailand but did have a PCR test done at the airport in USA for $250. Took about 30 minutes. Jomtien Hospital is affiliated with Bangkok Pattaya Hospital and is on Sukhumvit Road a few km further down the road from B-P Hospital, near intersection with Pattaya Tai (South Pattaya Raod).

Jomtien Hospital (Pattaya) PCR 2400 Baht; Rapid Test 900 Baht https://www.jomtienhospital.com/en/package-of-covid-19-testing.html

I do have that app on my phone but if I am in Thailand with my phone and the check is in USA it doesn't help me. I thought of having my friend use that app but not practical. Possibly he could scan the check and send to me in an email and I could then scan and deposit it?

I did check my Plan information and it is an Aetna Employer Group Medicare Plan (PPO). Not sure why I thought it was a Medicare Advantage Plan. My employer pays for coverage thus I don't bother with all the solicitations received from others. One big downside is after I submit a claim via a FAX, they pay me with a check. If I am out of the country I must then ask a friend to deposit the check for me. A previous health care provider would deposit the money directly into my bank account. Thanks for your information.

There were cataracts but not to the extent that many others have reported. Colors are brighter is one plus. Today I finally got my new glasses and that did make a significant improvement in vision so all in all, better off now but a big hassle. As for Medicare Advantage, I do have that upon retirement from a State job in USA, and they do pay most claims including non-emergency claims when I am in Thailand. Not sure if they pay for cataract surgery.

I recently had cataract surgery in both eyes in the USA and not sure if it was worth the effort. Complicating matters is I have wet macular degeneration in both eyes! It has been 5 to 7 weeks since the surgery and still using eye drops for at least another week. Had to get new glasses but the doctor made an error on the prescription so had to have the glasses redone in one eye. Hope they come soon as I leave for Thailand in 4 days.

Yes I have a number of male friends in Thailand but because of Covid many are stuck in their home countries until they can travel freely once again.

https://www.tipinsure.com/CovidRegional/product_detail No restrictions on age.

You need a negative Covid (PCR) test taken 72 hours prior to your flight. You present that at check-in at airport and you are good to go. As some say, certain airlines may have other requirements if transiting some countries.

I did find the website and gave it to my friend who used it to get the insurance. It was accepted by ThaiPass. You can go to the website and put in your info and you will get quotes based on your info. You can specify 30,60, 90, etc,etc days. Age is one factor, length of stay, departure country, amount of insurance, deducibles, etc. The company is American, but a number of insurance companies with quotes will be listed. I intend to use this company on my return to Thailand in March 2022. For me at 81 yo, the quote for 31 days was about $400-$500. for $50K, depending on deductible. I also entered info for an assumed person from the UK, age 70 yo for a duration of 30 days for 50K USD and there were 9 quotes given for about $200. One of these underwriters was Lloyds.

Here is a website that provides health insurance coverage including Covid. You fill in the info and you will receive quotes even for an 82 yo. A friend used this site and was approved. My interpretation is that you must have a policy that covers $50,000 for health including Covid. I also believe you must have coverage for the length of your stay as shown on your travel document. https://www.insubuy.com/travel-health-insurance/

Here is a website with insurance for health/covid which may meet your requirements. https://www.insubuy.com/travel-medical-insurance-quotes/

Here are some websites that provide Health and Covid Insurance for returnees to Thailand. Age not a problem from what I see. https://www.lumahealth.com/travel-insurance/covid-insurance/ https://www.insubuy.com/travel-medical-insurance-quotes/

Just was answering Robin's question.

https://www.tipinsure.com/CovidRegional/product_detail Covid Insurance till 99 years old.

https://www.tipinsure.com/CovidRegional/product_detail Covid Insurance till 99 years old

For clarification, I was told I had three days from the date I picked up the results .

When I left Thailand it was 3 days from the time I received the test results. The test was done on Day 1; I picked up results on Day 2; I flew from Thailand on Day 3.

Some Medicare Advantage programs do provide for medical insurance while out of the USA. The insurance plan I have is administered by Aetna and prior to that it was administered by Blue Cross (which was very good). I must pay out of pocket and submit a claim to Aetna for reimbursement. Generally they do pay the claim, but for certain procedures they pay nothing.

A friend is flying Qatar from Bangkok to USA on 4 Nov. and he believes a Covid PCR test is required. I had forwarded this post to him. The following is posted on Qatar website. For USA bound passengers. At this time all air passengers travelling to the US, regardless of vaccination or antibody status, are required to provide a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery.

Same think happened to a friend a week or so ago. many multiple withdrawls in amount of 19 Baht over a period of 24 hours . He reported it to police and now waiting for bank to take action..