Partner Program: Clinics & Facilitators

Complication coverage your patients can actually use.
Built for clinics like yours.

Partner with AviaProtect to offer your international patients access to complication coverage, purpose-built for medical tourism since 2008. Give them the confidence to commit. Give your clinic the edge.

Apply to Partner How It Works
Backed by GPS℠ · Program Est. 2008 · Available Internationally
Patient Coverage
María G.  ·  Enrolled
Tummy tuck & liposuction  ·  Medellín, Colombia
Coverage Package
Surgical Complication Protection
Up to $150,000 covered
Complications · Evacuation · Home follow-up
Coverage active · 180-day protection window
Referred by
Clínica Solaria  ·  Verified Partner
2008
Program Established
150+
Eligible Countries
40+
Procedure Categories
Global
Patient Eligibility
Why It Matters

What Your Clinic Gains

Partnering with AviaProtect is more than offering a product. It's adding credibility, care, and confidence to every patient relationship.

Higher Patient Booking Confidence

Patients who know complications are covered are more likely to commit to their procedure and choose your clinic. Removing the financial fear of the unexpected removes the biggest hesitation in international medical travel.

Competitive Differentiation

Most clinics worldwide don't offer this. Positioning your facility alongside verified complication coverage distinguishes you from competitors and signals that you take patient safety seriously at every level.

Zero Operational Burden

AviaProtect handles all patient enrollment, documentation, and support. You simply refer or inform, and your team doesn't manage policies, claims, or insurance administration. We handle the complexity so you don't have to.

Reach International Patients Better

Your patients travel from the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, and Europe, where standard health insurance won't cover elective procedures abroad. AviaProtect is designed for exactly this audience.

Reputation Reinforcement

Complications happen even at the world's best clinics. When your patients know they have a structured support path if something goes wrong, it reflects the maturity and professionalism of your entire practice.

Backed by a Proven Program

GPS℠ has been developing medical travel protection programs since 2008, before most current medical tourism infrastructure existed. This is not a new experiment. It's an established program with a verified track record.

The Process

Simple for You.
Powerful for Patients.

The partnership is designed to require nothing from your clinical team. No insurance expertise, no admin overhead. Just a referral. We handle the rest.

1

Apply & Get Verified

Submit a short partnership application. We review your clinic type, location, and procedures to confirm eligibility. Most applications are reviewed within 2–3 business days. No cost to apply.

2

Receive Partner Resources

We provide you with patient-facing materials: an explanation of the coverage, how to introduce it, and where to direct patients. You can share it at the consultation stage, pre-booking, or in your intake process.

3

Patients Enroll. You Focus on Care.

Patients complete the enrollment directly with AviaProtect, typically in about 10 minutes online. Coverage is issued before they depart. If a complication occurs, the assistance team manages the claim directly with the patient.

Eligible Partners

Built for Global Healthcare Providers

AviaProtect partners with a wide range of international medical facilities and travel facilitators serving patients from abroad.

International Hospitals

JCI-accredited and nationally licensed hospitals serving international patients across multiple specialties.

Cardiac & Vascular Centers

Heart surgery and interventional cardiology programs treating international patients who travel for specialized cardiac care.

Oncology & Cancer Centers

Comprehensive cancer centers offering surgical, radiation, and medical oncology to international patients.

Orthopedic & Spine Hospitals

Hip, knee, shoulder, and spinal surgery centers treating patients who travel for high-quality musculoskeletal care.

Neurosurgery Centers

Brain, spine, and neurosurgical programs including Gamma Knife and minimally invasive specialty procedures.

Bariatric Surgery Centers

Gastric sleeve, bypass, and other weight-loss surgery centers with international patient programs.

Eye Surgery Centers

LASIK, PRK, cataract, and retinal surgery specialists treating international patients seeking affordable, high-quality vision care.

Dental & Maxillofacial Clinics

Dental implant centers, All-on-4/6 specialists, and full-mouth restoration clinics serving international dental tourists.

Fertility Clinics

IVF centers and reproductive specialists offering treatment to international patients traveling for fertility care.

Stem Cell & Regenerative Clinics

Licensed regenerative medicine and stem cell therapy clinics with established international patient protocols.

Cosmetic Surgery Centers

Plastic surgery clinics offering BBL, rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and more to international patients.

Medical Tourism Facilitators

Agencies, coordinators, and platforms that connect international patients with vetted clinics worldwide.

The Patient Perspective

The Biggest Barrier to Booking
Is Fear of the Unknown.

International patients face a daunting gap: their domestic health insurance won't cover elective procedures abroad, and standard travel insurance explicitly excludes surgical complications. Many patients who want your services don't book, not because of price or quality, but because they don't know what happens if something goes wrong.

"What if I get an infection and my insurance won't cover it? What if I need to be evacuated? I can't afford to take that risk."

When your clinic can point them to a solution for that exact scenario, the hesitation dissolves. AviaProtect removes the single most common psychological barrier between your patient and their decision to book.

5–10%
of procedure cost is all most patients pay for complication coverage, often less than one night's accommodation at their destination
180
days of coverage after the procedure date
24/7
emergency assistance hotline for enrolled patients
What's covered includes
Surgical infections DVT & PE Reoperation Medical evacuation Home follow-up care Fat embolism
Coverage Scope

A Wide Range of Eligible Procedures

Coverage may be available for most elective procedures commonly sought in medical tourism destinations, from serious surgical care to specialty and aesthetic treatments. Final eligibility is reviewed by the program provider on a per-patient, per-facility basis.

Cardiac & Vascular

  • Coronary bypass (CABG)
  • Heart valve repair / replacement
  • Angioplasty & stent placement
  • Pacemaker & ablation procedures

Cancer Treatment

  • Oncology surgery & tumor resection
  • Proton & targeted radiation therapy
  • Chemotherapy & immunotherapy
  • Diagnostic & staging procedures

Orthopedic & Spine

  • Hip, knee & shoulder replacement
  • ACL / rotator cuff repair
  • Spinal fusion & disc replacement
  • Sports medicine procedures

Neurosurgery

  • Brain tumor resection
  • Gamma Knife & CyberKnife
  • Deep brain stimulation
  • Skull-base & epilepsy surgery

Bariatric Surgery

  • Gastric sleeve (VSG)
  • Gastric bypass (RNY)
  • Duodenal switch
  • Gastric band & revisions

General, Urology & ENT

  • Gallbladder, hernia & appendix
  • Prostate & kidney stone surgery
  • Sinus, septum & tonsillectomy
  • Thyroid & endocrine surgery

Eye & Vision

  • LASIK & PRK
  • Cataract surgery
  • Retinal & corneal procedures
  • Glaucoma surgery

Dental & Maxillofacial

  • Dental implants (single, All-on-4/6)
  • Veneers & full-mouth restoration
  • Bone grafting & sinus lift
  • Jaw & orthognathic surgery

Fertility & Reproductive

  • IVF & ICSI
  • Egg & embryo freezing
  • Donor & surrogacy programs
  • Reproductive surgery

Stem Cell & Regenerative

  • Orthopedic regenerative therapy
  • Autoimmune & neurological protocols
  • Anti-aging & longevity therapies
  • PRP & exosome treatments

Cosmetic & Plastic

  • BBL, tummy tuck, mommy makeover
  • Rhinoplasty & facelift
  • Breast augmentation / reduction / lift
  • Liposuction & blepharoplasty

Hair Restoration

  • FUE, FUT & DHI transplants
  • Beard & eyebrow restoration
  • PRP hair therapy
  • Combined corrective procedures

Facility Eligibility Matters

The treating facility must be properly licensed in its country and, in most cases, hold international accreditation from an ISQua member organization or equivalent. Partnering with AviaProtect signals that your clinic already meets, or is working toward, this standard.

What It Takes

Facility Requirements

The program is designed for qualified, legitimate medical facilities. Meeting these requirements isn't a barrier. It's proof your clinic is already operating at the right level.

Licensed & Qualified

The facility must be properly licensed or qualified under the laws of the country where it operates.

International Accreditation

In most cases, facilities must hold accreditation from an ISQua member organization (such as JCI) or a recognized equivalent.

International Destination

The program is for patients traveling outside their home country. Domestic procedures do not qualify under the program terms.

Eligible Procedure Types

The procedures offered must fall within the program's eligible categories. We'll confirm scope during the partner review process.

Final facility eligibility, accreditation requirements, and benefit availability are determined by GPS℠ and the issuing provider. We're happy to discuss your specific situation during the application process.

Partner FAQ

Questions From Clinic Partners

No. There is no cost to apply, no fee to partner, and no subscription or ongoing charge to your clinic. AviaProtect is compensated by a standard broker arrangement when a patient enrolls in coverage. This does not increase the cost to the patient and creates no obligation for your clinic.

Patients enroll directly through AviaProtect, typically online in about 10 minutes. Your team's only role is to mention or share the coverage option and point patients in the right direction. We provide materials and a simple referral link. No insurance training, no paperwork, and no follow-up is required from your staff.

A partnership with AviaProtect means your clinic is verified, listed as a referral source, and provided with resources to share with patients. The specific terms are covered in a simple referral agreement. It is not a long-term contract or an exclusive arrangement. Clinics remain free to use any other services or programs they choose.

Claims are handled entirely between the patient, AviaProtect, the GPS℠ program, and the underlying claims manager. Your clinic may be asked to provide medical records or documentation to support the claim, which is standard in any complication scenario regardless of coverage. The claims process does not involve your clinic beyond providing clinical records.

Accreditation requirements are ultimately determined by GPS℠ and the issuing provider on a case-by-case basis. Some facilities without JCI accreditation may still meet the program's eligibility criteria based on national licensing, procedure type, or other qualifying factors. We recommend applying so we can assess your specific situation. It's a free process and there's no downside to submitting an inquiry.

Yes. AviaProtect by GPS℠ is designed for international medical travelers regardless of country of origin. Patients from the US, Canada, the UK, Australia, the EU, and many other countries may be eligible, as long as they are traveling outside their country of residence for an eligible procedure. Final eligibility is always reviewed per patient by the program provider.

Absolutely. Facilitators, coordinators, and medical tourism agencies are some of the most natural partners for AviaProtect. If you connect patients with clinics, your role in offering a coverage option is just as valuable, and potentially more impactful, than a direct clinic referral. Apply as a facilitator and we'll discuss the right approach for your business model.
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Simple referral agreement, not a long-term contract
Patient-facing materials provided upon verification

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