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Health Care in Montclair

By Joshua Wood, LPC

Summary: Learn about the health system in Montclair: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Montclair.

Montclair is home to a variety of healthcare options, both public and private. The public healthcare system in the United States is Medicare, which is available to all citizens and permanent residents. Medicare is not available to foreigners, but some private health insurance companies may offer coverage to expats and digital nomads. Public hospitals in Montclair are generally recommended for minor medical issues, but not for serious medical emergencies or major surgery. The public hospitals in Montclair are generally well-equipped and staffed, and provide quality care. Private hospitals in Montclair are recommended for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, as they are typically better equipped and staffed than public hospitals. Expats and digital nomads are typically covered by private health insurance companies, and may also use private hospitals for their medical needs.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Montclair

  • Mountainside Hospital: Private hospital located in Montclair, specializing in cardiac care, orthopedics, and women's health.
  • Clara Maass Medical Center: Private hospital located in Belleville, NJ, approximately 10 miles from Montclair. Specializes in cancer care, cardiac care, and emergency services.
  • St. Barnabas Medical Center: Private hospital located in Livingston, NJ, approximately 15 miles from Montclair. Specializes in cancer care, cardiac care, and emergency services.
  • Valley Hospital: Private hospital located in Ridgewood, NJ, approximately 20 miles from Montclair. Specializes in cancer care, cardiac care, and emergency services.

Emergency Services in Montclair

Montclair has a variety of emergency services available, including ambulance services. To call for an ambulance, dial 911. Ambulance services in Montclair are generally reliable and arrive quickly in the event of an emergency.

Health Insurance Companies in Montclair

The most popular private health insurers in Montclair are Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies or specialized expat health insurance providers.

About the Author

Joshua Wood Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.


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