What is the best company to get travel medical insurance through?

I am going to France through a study abroad program through my college. In order to apply for a visa, I need a letter from my medical insurance company stating that I will be covered in France, but I think it would be faster to get coverage through an international travel insurer. I'm racing against the clock. I'm searching on the web, but I have no idea what I'm doing really. . What companies are most reputable?

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Help! Can you purchase travel insurance after you have left your home country?

I am an Australian in Canada and my travel insurance ran out 7 days ago. My insurer will not extend my policy as it has been more than 48hrs since it lapsed, and they won't issue a new policy because I have already left the country. Does anyone know of an insurance company that will offer cover after you have already left home?

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