There are several benefits about medical service in Mexico: one
is that it tends to be much more personal than in other countries.
Doctors will make house-calls, and have much more flexible hours
than those “office hours” that most foreign citizens
are used to. Also, prescription drugs can be bought over-the-counter,
with or without a prescription, for much cheaper than in the U.S.
and other countries.
Professional medical care is readily available in large cities
like Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta, but can be quite expensive in
an emergency situation, and payment will be expected at time of
service. If you are visiting your new city, always make sure that
you and your family are covered by travel insurance. If your move
is permanent, buy private medical insurance for you and all dependents,
and be prepared to pay a deposit on any treatment at a hospital,
even if it is covered by your policy.
