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Information about Healthcare & Health Insurance in Mexico

Some Instances of Price Gouging Have Been Reported at Hospitals in Popular Tourist Destinations in Mexico
According to the US State Department, "U.S. citizens have lodged numerous complaints against some private hospitals in Cancun, the Riviera Maya, and Cabo San Lucas to include exorbitant prices and inflexible collection measures. Travelers should obtain complete information on billing, pricing, and proposed medical procedures before agreeing to any medical care in these locations. Be aware that some resorts have exclusive agreements with medical provide
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Dream Pro Homes Luxury
Dream Pro Homes Luxury owner Greg Gunter is the Broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices offering luxury home options in the UNESCO city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, rated the No. 1 City in the World five years running from Conde Nast Traveler and Travel & Leisure magazines.
Dream Pro Homes Luxury
Dream Pro Homes Luxury owner Greg Gunter is the Broker for Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices offering luxury home options in the UNESCO city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, rated the No. 1 City in the World five years running from Conde Nast Traveler and Travel & Leisure magazines.
Private Ambulance Services in Mexico
"I recommend paying monthly to subscribe to a private ambulance/outpatient service such as EMME. The price is reasonable and they come quickly with a fully equipped ambulance and medical team. They also have an outpatient walk-in centre open until late," recommended one expat.

Dream Pro Homes Luxury owner Greg Gunter offers high-end real estate options in the UNESCO city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, rated the No. 1 City in the World.
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Dream Pro Homes Luxury owner Greg Gunter offers high-end real estate options in the UNESCO city of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, rated the No. 1 City in the World.
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Mexico offers both universal public healthcare and private healthcare systems, with expats often utilizing both depending on their needs. Public healthcare includes IMSS, ISSSTE, and INSABI, each catering to different groups, while private healthcare is preferred for emergencies and specialized treatments.

Expats living in Mexico talk about their own experiences with healthcare, hospital visits, emergencies, finding a doctor, buying health insurance in Mexico and more.

If you're moving to Mexico or recently arrived, it's important to know about the country's top hospitals for specific medical conditions. Here's a primer.

Expatriates often encounter all kinds of stress while residing overseas. Understanding the workings of mental healthcare services in Mexico is essential.

Is health insurance a requirement when you are moving to Mexico? This article explores health insurance requirements for newcomers to Mexico.

Knowing which hospital you would go to should a medical emergency arise while living in Mexico is important. This information is provided (but not endorsed) by expats and the US Embassy in Mexico.

Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about healthcare and health insurance for expats in Mexico.

Additional information about healthcare and health insurance for foreigners in Mexico.

Read recent healthcare reports submitted for: Xalapa, Monterrey and Monterrey.

Help others moving to Mexico by answering a set of questions about health insurance, public healthcare in Mexico, prescription medicine, quality of medical care and emergency services.

Read recent baby reports submitted for Cabo San Lucas and Guanajuato.
If you're an expat parent who had a baby abroad, write a report about your childbirth experiences to help other expecting expat parents.