TRAVELMEXICO
Medical and Health Information

Adequate medical care can be found in all major Mexican cities. Excellent health facilities are available in Mexico City, but training and availability of emergency responders may be below U.S. standards.

Care in more remote areas is limited. Standards of medical training, patient care and business practices vary greatly among medical facilities in beach resorts throughout Mexico.

In recent years, some travelers to Mexico have complained that certain health-care facilities in beach resorts have taken advantage of them by overcharging or providing unnecessary medical care.

Popular Mexico travel destinations include: Riviera Maya, Costa Maya, Cozumel, Ixtapa, Los Cabos, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta. Travel Insurance is recommended.

TRAVELMEXICO - Mexico City

In high altitude areas such as Mexico City (elevation 7,600 feet or about 1/2 mile higher than Denver, Colorado), most people need a short adjustment period. Reaction signs to high altitude include a lack of energy, shortness of breath, occasional dizziness, headache, and insomnia. Those with heart problems should consult their doctor before traveling. Air pollution in Mexico City and Guadalajara is severe, especially from December to May, and combined with high altitude could affect travelers with underlying respiratory problems.
 

TravelMexico - Medical Insurance

The Department of State strongly urges Americans to consult with their medical insurance company prior to traveling abroad to confirm whether their policy applies overseas and whether it will cover emergency expenses such as a medical evacuation. To ensure proper reimbursement of medical expenses by insurance carriers, the U.S. Embassy recommends that patients ensure they have sufficient documentation of their care and treatment before leaving the health care facility.

The Social Security Medicare Program does not provide coverage for hospital or medical costs outside the United States.

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