Expat Health Insurance & Medical Care
Expat Health Insurance and Healthcare in Negril, Jamaica
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Expat Exchange member, LoriB, who lives in Jamaica shares her experiences with expat health insurance and medical services in Negril.
Expat Healthcare Advice for Negril
Local doctors are good for rashes, infections etc., basic lab work. Pharmacists can also be helpful if you need something short notice. May have to travel to another city or to Kingston for diagnostic tests.
Emergency Medical Care in Negril
Sav Hospital in Savanna La Mar (public), Mobay Hope Hospital in Montego Bay (private hospital).
Emergency services are lacking in vehicles, equipment and supplies. You may need to use the local taxi service to transport.
Expat Health Insurance
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Quality of Healthcare in Surrounding Area
I would return to the USA for serious health issues or for an elective surgery.
Prescription Medicines
They may offer variations on the medication you need, and they might not be stocked. You will need a prescription for most medications but can sometimes find a pharmacist willing to assist you if you have documentation to verify what you are requesting. Prices are generally VERY reasonable. If possible bring enough of your regular medications to cover your needs, as it may not be possible to have them shipped to you.
Quality of Healthcare Compared to Home
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[ ] Somewhat Better
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[x] Worse
[ ] Somewhat Better
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[x] Worse
Availability of Medical Care Compared to Home
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[x] Worse
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[x] Worse
Primary Method of Payment for Medical Care
[ ] International Health Insurance
[ ] Insurance Purchased in the Country I Live Abroad In
[x] Out of Pocket
[ ] Social Program (Medicare, Nationalized Health Insurance or Similar)
[ ] Other
[ ] Insurance Purchased in the Country I Live Abroad In
[x] Out of Pocket
[ ] Social Program (Medicare, Nationalized Health Insurance or Similar)
[ ] Other
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