Question 1

Which is better, NAS (NextCare) or Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

It depends on your needs. NAS (NextCare) has 10,619 providers across 8 cities and offers 2 plans starting from AED 2,500/yr. Now Health International has 3,470 providers across 8 cities with 2 plans from AED 5,500/yr. Choose NAS (NextCare) if you need a larger provider network, lower entry-level premiums. Choose Now Health International if you prioritise more comprehensive coverage options.

Question 2

Is NAS (NextCare) cheaper than Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

Yes, NAS (NextCare)'s entry-level plan starts from AED 2,500/yr, compared to Now Health International's cheapest plan at AED 5,500/yr. However, plan pricing varies by age, nationality, visa type, and employer. Enhanced and premium tiers may differ. Always obtain a personalised quote from each insurer.

Question 3

Which has a bigger network in Dubai, NAS (NextCare) or Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

NAS (NextCare) has a larger Dubai network with 5,200 providers, compared to Now Health International's 2,495 providers. This includes hospitals, clinics, dental practices, and specialist centres listed in the UAE Open Healthcare Directory.

Question 4

Does NAS (NextCare) or Now Health International cover dental?

Accepted Answer

Both insurers offer dental coverage on their enhanced and premium plans. NAS (NextCare)'s dental sub-limit goes up to AED 4,000/yr, while Now Health International offers up to AED 7,500/yr. Basic plans from both insurers typically exclude dental.

Question 5

Can I switch from NAS (NextCare) to Now Health International?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can switch insurers during your policy renewal period. In the UAE, health insurance is typically renewed annually. When switching from NAS (NextCare) to Now Health International (or vice versa), be aware of: (1) Pre-existing condition waiting periods may restart — check the new insurer's policy, (2) Maternity waiting periods usually reset, (3) Any ongoing treatment authorisations need to be re-submitted. Coordinate with your employer's HR department if on a group plan. Both NAS (NextCare) and Now Health International have dedicated claims and onboarding teams to facilitate the transition.

Question 6

How do I compare NAS (NextCare) and Now Health International plans?

Accepted Answer

Use the UAE Health Insurance Navigator on this page to compare NAS (NextCare) and Now Health International side-by-side. Key factors to compare: (1) Annual premium — NAS (NextCare) starts from AED 2,500/yr, Now Health International from AED 5,500/yr, (2) Network size — 10,619 vs 3,470 providers, (3) Coverage — dental, optical, maternity, and mental health inclusion, (4) Co-pay percentages, and (5) Provider availability in your city. Scroll down for the full comparison table.

Attribute	NAS (NextCare)	Now Health International
Type	tpa	private
Founded	1999	2011
Headquarters	Dubai	Dubai
Regulators	DHA, HAAD, MOHAP	DHA, HAAD
Number of Plans	2	2
Premium Range	AED 2,500 – 13,000	AED 5,500 – 28,000
Total Network Size	10,619	3,470
Cities Covered	8	8
Dental	Yes	Yes
Optical	Yes	Yes
Maternity	Yes	Yes
Mental Health	Yes	Yes
International	No	Yes
Co-pay Range	20%	0% – 20%
Claims Phone	800-627	800-669

City	NAS (NextCare)	vs	Now Health International
Dubai	5,200	vs	2,495
Abu Dhabi	2,357	vs	394
Sharjah	1,628	vs	262
Al Ain	584	vs	125
Ajman	374	vs	95
Ras Al Khaimah	261	vs	51
Fujairah	168	vs	39
Umm Al Quwain	47	vs	9

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