The Essential plan from Nationwide Mutual Insurance is for travelers planning trips on a budget who don't want to sacrifice coverage. Coverages include Trip Cancellation and Interruption, Medical, Emergency Medical Evacuation, and Assistance Services.
To learn more, see the Nationwide Essential trip insurance product page.
The 24 hour assistance phone number that you reached during your trip is the correct phone number to call in the case of an emergency. However, they cannot pre-determine a claim for Trip Interruption. Based on the information that you provided, the event that caused your flight to be diverted was not a covered event for Trip Interruption. However, without filing a claim, no determination can be made in terms of offering you compensation.
We encourage you to submit the claim form that was provided to you to explain the events that occurred and they can advise you on if the events seem to fall within the scope of the policy.
Nationwide Travel Insurance Claims
Toll Free: (888) 490-7606
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We would be happy to speak with you further about your experience and/or provide any clarification of policy terms and conditions. Please let us know if you have any questions or need further assistance. Our number is 800-487-4722.