Category Archive For "Insurance"
New insurance billing system in Dubai from 2020
From 2020, public and private hospitals across Dubai will introduce a new insurance billing system – Diagnosis Related Group (DRG) – which is expected to standardize the way insurers are billed, and consequently, lead to cheaper insurance premiums for policyholders. The new insurance billing system will be overlooked by the Dubai Health Insurance Corporation (DHIC), …
3 most attractive employee benefits for third culture kids
Third Culture Kids – Children growing up in a culture that is different from their parents’ for a significant part of their life. Abbreviated as TCKs, these global nomads are becoming a hot topic of discussion for employers and HR specialists alike. They often identify with multiple cultures, making them a valuable asset for businesses …
10 important things to consider before relocating to Dubai
In the past decade, Dubai has established itself as an expat’s safe haven. Its low taxes, globalized culture, and endless career opportunities make it a perfect location for expats. In this article by Pacific Prime Dubai, we will explore 10 important things you need to consider before you move to the Persian Gulf’s paradise city. …
5 wearable devices to empower your maternity experience
Your pregnancy is the most sensitive period for both you and the baby. It is important that your health is maintained to ensure a smooth pregnancy. To do this, there are a number of wearable devices that have been designed to monitor both your health and the unborn child. In this article by Pacific Prime …
Major change to newborn benefits in Dubai
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) recently announced a new policy directive that makes it compulsory for all insurers to cover babies from birth, thereby eliminating any waiting periods – even for pre-existing conditions. At present, several insurers impose a waiting period of up to six months on newborns. Saleh Al Hashimi, CEO of DHA’s Dubai …
The UAE’s revised DIFC employment law
In a few weeks time, we are expecting the revised version of the DIFC (Dubai International Financial Center) Employment Law to go live on 28 August 2019. This revised version will completely replace and overhaul the existing employment law regime, which is currently active in the DIFC. If you are an expatriate already working in …
Check out Pacific Prime Dubai’s latest State of Health Insurance report
The second edition of Pacific Prime Dubai’s State of Health Insurance report is finally here! And this time around it comes with a slight upgrade, however, the core elements are still intact. This edition of the SOHI report features exclusive new content sections entirely dedicated to trends in the global insurance market. On top of …
What are the benefits of a tailored employee benefits plan?
It is vital for a business to have a comfortable workplace, and security is one of the most comfortable amenities a business can offer its employees. In the UAE, it is mandatory for employers to offer health insurance to their employees. Having this law pushes organizations to further increase their employee benefits, as offering health …
Top 5 ways to cope with workplace stress in the UAE
Workplace stress has become a common theme across many companies from all industries, leading directly to a number of mental health issues – to the point that these issues are at a chronic level for the majority of the workforce. Quoting from a health specialist, ‘80 percent of people in the UAE are stressed’. Many …
UAE issues new health data protection law
Everyone in this world produces data in one way or another through online and offline activities. While some data only reveals our habits and behaviors, other specific data, such as health data, contains more sensitive and confidential personal information. In this information age, it is getting increasingly common for insurance providers, clinics and hospitals to …
