LUMA health insurance is revolutionizing the management of care for cancer patients in Thailand.

LUMA, the international insurance specialist in health and travel solutions, and Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital,  member of Bangkok Hospital (BDMS Group) and specializing in cancer treatment in Thailand, have recently announced an unprecedented collaboration in the field of cancer treatment. Both organizations signed a Collaborative Agreement in May 2023 to formalize their partnership and work together to enhance the management of care for cancer patients.

Every member under LUMA’s health insurance plans has the privilege of utilizing the expertise of the organization's in-house medical team for second opinions and medical referrals, guaranteeing the best treatment at the most appropriate medical facility.

For several years, ethics have been on the forefront of LUMA’s operations. Any newly diagnosed tumor or cancer is directly escalated to our Medical Team who immediately contact the cancer center to set up a Multidisciplinary Tumor Board (MTB). The MTB aims to gather a team of specialists to jointly review and assess a cancer case. The first goal of the MTB is to confirm the diagnosis (similar to a second medical opinion), then to define the best course of treatment for an optimum outcome. The outcome of a MTB is always presented to the patient so they can be confident in their future decisions moving forward.

The significance of a MTB is particularly noteworthy in Asia as it addresses the issue of cancer treatments being often solely determined by individual doctors without comprehensive input from other cancer experts. The MTB provides a holistic approach by involving a diverse team of specialists who contribute their expertise. This team typically includes all relevant oncology specialists of the type of cancer under consideration. Together, they collaborate to develop a comprehensive treatment plan.

By leveraging the collective knowledge and experience of the MTB, patients benefit from a well-rounded and informed treatment approach that considers all relevant aspects of their condition.

The partnership of LUMA and Wattanosoth Cancer Hospital is a significant leap towards a healthcare system that prioritizes the health of the patients. By pooling their knowledge and strengths, they aspire to improve patient outcomes, advance research and development, and establish new standards of excellence in cancer treatment.

Under this partnership, LUMA is actively working to break down barriers to healthcare access. LUMA’s commitment to providing top-tier healthcare for everyone goes beyond the ethical implications, pushing the wellness of members to access the best healthcare services available, by highlighting and contributing to early detection, preventive care and the overall management of malignant illnesses.

“Our utmost priority at LUMA is our members’ health. In addition to offering ample financial support for cancer treatments, we ensure that our members get the highest quality treatment for the best outcome possible.” said Dr. Gerard Lalande, Chief Medical Officer at LUMA.

With LUMA Health Insurance plans, members benefit from a comprehensive medical protection that can go up to 50 million baht per year with  a "paid in full" coverage for cancer treatments.

LUMA’s range of health insurance plans are eligible to residents of Thailand up to 70 years old, and renewal is guaranteed until insured reach their 99th birthday - thus ensuring uninterrupted cancer care coverage.

For a personalized consultation to identify the most suitable health insurance plan, please contact LUMA at lumahealth.com or call 02-494-3600.