Health Care in Montezuma

Montezuma has a public and private healthcare system. The public healthcare system is called the Costa Rican Social Security System (Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social, or CCSS). It is used by both locals and foreigners, including expats and digital nomads. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Montezuma for minor medical emergencies and minor surgeries. Public hospitals in Montezuma are generally clean and well-equipped, but the wait times can be long. Expats and digital nomads are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Costa Rica, but many opt to use private hospitals for more serious medical emergencies and major surgeries. Private hospitals in Montezuma are generally more modern and have shorter wait times, but they can be more expensive.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Montezuma

There are several recommended clinics and hospitals in Montezuma for expats and digital nomads. These include the Montezuma Medical Center (private), located in the center of town, which specializes in general medicine; the Montezuma Clinic (private), located in the center of town, which specializes in general medicine; and the Montezuma Hospital (public), located on the outskirts of town, which specializes in emergency care. If there are few or no hospitals in Montezuma, expats in Montezuma typically go to the nearest major city for specialized medical care and for surgeries. For example, the nearest major city is San Jose, which is approximately a three-hour drive from Montezuma.

Emergency Services in Montezuma

Montezuma does have ambulance services. To call for an ambulance, you can dial 911 or contact the local police station. Ambulances usually come quickly, but there can be delays depending on the situation.

Health Insurance Companies in Montezuma

The most popular private health insurers in Montezuma are Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, and Cigna. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, although there are also specialized expat health insurance providers.