US Health Insurance for German Expats

TheICH BIN EXPAT FAIRis presented byHEIMAT abroadin cooperation with theGerman American Chamber of Commerceand supported byCityKinder, theAustrian Trade Commission (Advantage Austria)and theSwiss Chamber of Commerce.We are responding to a need of expats having easy access to the best service providers while living abroad. Discover businesses and organizations offering a variety of services and products valued by the German-speaking community.

ICH BIN EXPAT- New York

What Works, What Fails, and What Costs More Than Expected

ICH BIN EXPAT & CityKinder Webinare

Webinare rund ums Leben und Arbeiten fuer deutsch-sprachige Expats in den USA

This webinar focuses on how U.S. health insurance actually works for German expats, why travel insurance and European coverage often fail once you are living in the U.S., and how deductibles, provider networks, and cost sharing shape real healthcare costs. Using practical examples rather than theory, we explain what works, what fails, and what costs more than expected, so you can make informed decisions with clarity and confidence.<h4>What you will learn:</h4><ul><li>Understand the structural differences between the U.S. and German healthcare systems — and why coverage works fundamentally differently.</li><li>Learn how U.S. health insurance really functions, including provider networks, deductibles, and cost-sharing models.</li><li>Gain clarity on total annual healthcare costs vs. monthly premiums — and how to budget strategically.</li><li>Avoid the most common and costly mistakes German professionals make in their first year in the U.S.</li><li>Find out why travel insurance or European plans often fail once residency status changes.</li><li>Get practical guidance on choosing coverage aligned with your career move, visa status, and life stage.</li><li>Ideal for professionals relocating to the U.S., on assignment, or planning their long-term expat strategy.</li></ul>

<h4>About Our Expert:</h4>Born and raised in France, Christine earned her MBA in Finance from Sorbonne University in Paris before launching her career with North American companies. In her early roles, she was responsible for key European markets—including Germany, Switzerland, and Austria—leveraging her strong German language skills while working across Paris and the DACH region.Christine’s international journey continued as she embraced expatriate life in Canada and later the United States. Across both corporate and entrepreneurial roles, she built a diverse career spanning the skincare, wellness, and health insurance industries.Working across multiple countries and industries in multicultural environments has shaped Christine into a true global professional. Today, she remains deeply committed to her mission in the health sector and has spent the past eight years as Business Development Manager at WellAway, supporting internationally mobile individuals and families.Ich bin Expat — and proud of it.

US Health Insurance for German Expats

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