As a foreigner living in Mexico, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
We asked expats in Mexico if they have access to public healthcare in Mexico. And, if they do have access, what is it like. They wrote...
"I have no idea. Getting to a Dr. in Tequisquiapan is easy. You just ask someone where a good Dr. is and that is where you go. The best Drs are at their private hospitals," said another in Queretaro City and Tequisquiapan, Mexico.
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"Yes, as a foreigner living in Mexico, you will have access to public healthcare. The public healthcare system in Mexico is known as the Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social (IMSS). It provides a range of services, including preventive care, medical and surgical treatments, and hospitalization. The quality of care varies from region to region, but overall it is considered to be of good quality. The cost of care is also relatively low, making it an attractive option for those living in Mexico," explained one expat who made the move to Mexico.
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