Medical Insurance in Costa Rica
- Costa Rica offers public healthcare (Caja Costarricense de Seguro Social - CCSS) and private insurance options.
- Public Insurance (Caja/CCSS):
- Residents can enroll in Caja, which covers most medical treatments, hospital care, and prescriptions.
- Expats with residency status must contribute to Caja as part of their residency requirements.
- Private Insurance Options:
- Available through INS (Instituto Nacional de Seguros) and international insurers.
- Private insurance gives access to faster services and private hospitals like CIMA, Clinica Bíblica, and Hospital Metropolitano.
- Travel & Expat Insurance:
- Some residents and visitors opt for international health insurance plans that cover care in Costa Rica and abroad.
- INS and private providers offer short-term coverage for visitors.
- Insurance for nomads: