BUPA are the market leader and are well recognised the world over as they cover members in nearly 190 countries. Formed by an amalgamation of provident associations, BUPA (British United Provident Association) offer a wide range of health related services, including medical insurance and their own hospitals. The are also known for providing an extensive cancer cover.

 

Bupa were established pver sixty years ago in the United Kingdom. The companys growth in recent years has seen it acquire Amity Group in Australia and Guardian Health Care in New Zealand.

 

Bupa says of its healthcare

"Bupa’s focus is solely on healthcare; its what we specialise in. This focus gives us the chance to be a real leader in healthcare - we already take care of more lives in more countries than any of our competitors across the world

 

Our health insurance plans can cover you in your own country or abroad, giving you access to our global network of hospitals and clinics, and 24 hour medical helpline"

 

Fitch Rating (Long-Term, Issuer Default Rating) Bupa Insurance Ltd; A (23/06/2010)

 

Moodys Rating (Long Term Rating, Financial Stregth, Foreign Currency) A2 18/06/2009