11 Expats Talk about Health Insurance and Healthcare in Maine
Last updated on Feb 12, 2023
Summary: The quality of medical care in Maine is generally considered to be on par with the rest of the United States. Maine has a wide range of medical facilities, from small rural clinics to large urban hospitals, and the quality of care is generally good. Emergency services are also well-developed, with a network of ambulances and emergency medical technicians (EMTs) available to respond to medical emergencies. To call for an ambulance, dial 911.
How are healthcare services Maine?
When we asked expats and global nomads about the quality of medical care in Maine, they replied:
"Maine offers a wide range of healthcare services, including primary care, specialty care, mental health services, and preventive care. The state is home to a number of excellent hospitals and medical facilities, including Maine Medical Center in Portland, Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, and Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. These hospitals offer a variety of services, including emergency care, surgery, and rehabilitation. In addition, Maine has a number of community health centers, which provide primary care and preventive services to underserved populations," commented one expat who moved to Maine.
What are medical services in Maine like?
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About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
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