Costa Rica Guide: Health

One of the most important things when going abroad is to make sure that you are covered in case of accidents or illness. Our health guide provides information on health insurance, hospitals, doctors and pharmacies.

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  Healthcare

  The Medical System

  Costa Rica has a medical system that is subsidised by the state.

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  Cosmetic surgery and dentistry

  High quality, low costs

  Besides the good general healthcare in Costa Rica, qualitative and economic cosmetic surgery is readily available. Many of the surgeons and dentist are trained in the United States and Europe and are bilingual.

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  Health Insurance

  What to do in case of an emergency

  Health insurances are offered by INS but as a foreigner you can also join the Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social (CCSS).

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