Medical tourism refers to traveling to different destinations in search of medical treatments and procedures. Every year thousands of people travel abroad for the purpose of receiving medical and dental care.
There are many reasons to seek medical care abroad – chief among them are affordability, a lack of waiting lists, discovering new destinations or simply visiting friends and family while receiving care. The most common procedures include (but are not limited to): cosmetic surgery, weight loss surgery, orthopedic surgery, cancer treatments and dental procedures.
Which means that the services provided there are up to (or better than) the standards observed in the united states. Our partner institutions have departments specialized in the care of international patients, guaranteeing that our clients are served comfortably and quickly.
The reasons vary according to the needs of each patient, but the following are the most common:
- To schedule and undergo procedures without the worry of waiting lists.
- To gain access to procedures not available in your area.
- To have the opportunity to receive high-quality and affordable healthcare services.
- To receive medical care while enjoying a vacation at a tropical destination.
No: in countries like Colombia and Costa Rica, all citizens
are covered by the healthcare system, which allows them access to healthcare
without a hassle. The hospitals and clinics that we have selected as part of our
provider network have departments specialized in caring for international
patients and have done so for many years, ensuring our clients are treated in a
timely manner and without prejudice to local patients.
Hospital accreditation is a voluntary process in which
clinics and hospitals commit to complying with specific quality, security and
privacy standards, as well as maintaining safe work conditions for
employees and the environment. These standards are defined and evaluated by an
external entity, generally private, which issues the certification. Some key
organizations are the joint commission international (jci), iso and isqua.
Many factors influence the health market, but it’s important
to highlight the exchange difference between the us dollar and other local
currencies, as well as the difference in the cost of living. Add to this our
negotiation and contracting model, which relies on a scale economy and the
volume of purchased goods and services. All this allows us to access high
quality health services at much more affordable prices, a benefit we then
transfer to our clients.
As a TPA (third party administrator), we take care of the most difficult parts of the medical process – compiling all the necessary information to help you make the best, most informed decision when figuring out where to receive the appropriate medical treatments. We also organize the trip, transfers, accommodation and food, in addition to managing all medical appointments.
Although it’s not necessary, it is highly recommended –
especially for more complex treatments, when it is important to have the
company and support of someone close to you.
Not a problem – our partnered hospitals have offices
specialized in treating international patients and have interpreters on hand
that facilitate communication between patients and the rest of the medical
team. In addition, many of their healthcare professionals are bilingual and
have years of experience caring for international, English-speaking
patients.
Don’t worry, the list of healthcare procedures available is
infinite, and we have only published the most sought-after procedures. Do not
hesitate to contact us, and one of our advisers will immediately start looking
for the best solution for your problem.