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IMG Patriot America Plus vs WorldTrips Atlas America

The two most popular visitor insurance plans in the US, compared side-by-side on coverage, cost, network, and pre-existing conditions.

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Patriot America Plus wins
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Ties
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Atlas America wins

IMG Patriot America Plus and WorldTrips Atlas America are the two most-compared visitor insurance plans on the US market. Both cover acute onset of pre-existing conditions, use PPO networks with over a million US providers, and offer up to $1M in medical coverage. The differences come down to the maximum coverage limit, network details, and price. This guide breaks down every key difference so you can choose with confidence.

Plan Overview

Most Popular
IMG Patriot America Plus
IMG (International Medical Group)
Coverage
$50,000$1,000,000
Starting at
~$1.40/day (age 30, $250 ded.)
Network
UHC & First Health PPO
Max Age
99
Best For
  • Parents visiting the USA with pre-existing conditions
  • Travelers who want UHC network access
  • Stays of 1–12 months
  • Travelers prioritizing broad pre-existing coverage
Pros
  • One of the strongest acute-onset pre-existing condition benefits
  • Access to the massive UHC network — fewer surprise bills
  • Coverage up to age 99 with no age-based exclusions
  • COVID-19 treated like any other illness
  • Wide deductible range lets you control premium cost
Cons
  • No baggage or trip cancellation coverage (medical-only plan)
  • Maternity not covered
  • Pre-existing benefit is acute onset only — not ongoing management
Best Coverage Limit
WorldTrips Atlas America
WorldTrips
Coverage
$50,000$2,000,000
Starting at
~$1.45/day (age 30, $250 ded.)
Network
First Health & UHC PPO
Max Age
99
Best For
  • Travelers who want the highest medical coverage limit ($2M)
  • Visitors needing baggage coverage included
  • Parents visiting the USA with pre-existing conditions
  • Travelers over 70 (age 80+ pre-existing limit applies)
Pros
  • Highest coverage limit in the category — up to $2,000,000
  • Baggage/personal effects included at no extra cost
  • Same strong UHC/First Health network
  • More deductible options including $5,000 for very low premiums
  • COVID-19 covered as standard illness
Cons
  • Slightly higher premium than comparable IMG plans
  • Pre-existing benefit reduces significantly at age 70+
  • Age 80+ gets no pre-existing condition coverage

Side-by-Side Comparison

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Feature
Patriot America Plus
Atlas America
Coverage
Maximum medical coverage
Atlas America's $2M limit is the highest in the class
Up to $1,000,000
Up to $2,000,000
Emergency evacuation
Up to policy maximum
Up to $1,000,000
Network
US provider network
Both access the same broad PPO network
UHC Choice Plus + First Health PPO
First Health + UHC PPO
Cost
Starting price (age 30, $250 ded.)
~$1.40/day
~$1.45/day
Deductible options
Atlas offers a $5,000 deductible for very low premiums
$0, $100, $250, $500, $1K, $2.5K
$0, $100, $250, $500, $1K, $2.5K, $5K
Pre-existing
Acute onset (under 70)
Up to $50,000
Up to $50,000
Acute onset (age 70+)
IMG Patriot covers ages 80+ for acute onset; Atlas excludes them
Up to $20,000
Up to $20,000 (age 70–79); excluded at 80+
Benefits
Baggage coverage
Not included
Up to $500
Mental health
After 30 days
After 30 days
Emergency dental
Up to $250
Up to $250
COVID-19 coverage
Covered as any illness
Covered as any illness
Limits
Maximum age
99
99
Maximum trip duration
364 days
364 days
Our Verdict
Choose Patriot America Plus if…

Choose Patriot America Plus if you want the UHC network specifically, have a tight budget, or want the most widely trusted name in visitor insurance.

Choose Atlas America if…

Choose Atlas America if you want the highest coverage limit ($2M), need baggage coverage included, or want more deductible flexibility.

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