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Health Care in Princeton

By Joshua Wood, LPC

Summary: Health Care in Princeton: Locate providers, hospitals, and medical centers to find the best health services available for expats and nomads.

Princeton 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. Foreigners are not eligible to use the public healthcare system in the United States. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Princeton for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, as they are well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. The public hospitals in Princeton are clean and modern, and offer a wide range of services. However, foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are not allowed to use the public healthcare system in the United States. Expats typically use private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, as they offer more personalized care and a wider range of services. Private hospitals in Princeton are well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals, and offer a wide range of services.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Princeton

  • University Medical Center of Princeton at Plainsboro: This is a private hospital located in Plainsboro, NJ, about 10 miles from Princeton. It offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, and specialty care.
  • Princeton Medical Center: This is a private hospital located in Plainsboro, NJ, about 10 miles from Princeton. It offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, and specialty care.
  • Princeton HealthCare System: This is a private hospital located in Princeton. It offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, surgery, and specialty care.
  • Princeton House Behavioral Health: This is a private hospital located in Princeton. It specializes in mental health and addiction treatment.

Emergency Services in Princeton

Princeton has a variety of emergency services available. Ambulance services are available in Princeton, and can be called by dialing 911. Ambulances typically arrive quickly, but there can be delays depending on the situation.

Health Insurance Companies in Princeton

The most popular private health insurers in Princeton are Aetna, Cigna, and UnitedHealthcare. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, as they offer comprehensive coverage and a wide range of services. Expats may also use specialized expat health insurance providers, but these are not as widely used as the major health insurers.

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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