Looking for a gym, personal trainer, or health insurance in Costa Rica? ExpatDen’s Health Guides help you narrow down your choices so can save money and stay healthy.
Costa Rica’s healthcare system ranks among the best in Latin America, with a public CAJA system and affordable private hospitals available to expats. Understanding both options helps you get the right care at the right price.
Costa Rica has pharmacies everywhere, but buying medicine here works differently from back home. This guide covers what needs a prescription, what medicine costs, how the Caja fits in, and what to pack when you move.
Costa Rica’s healthcare is high quality and far cheaper than the US, but figuring out the mandatory CAJA system versus private cover is the confusing part. This guide explains what CAJA includes, when you need extra insurance, and how to choose.
Costa Rica offers world-class dental care at 50 to 70 percent less than US prices, making it one of the top destinations for both expat residents and dental tourists seeking everything from routine cleanings to full-mouth restorations.
Dental implants in Costa Rica cost less than half what you would pay in the US or Canada, at clinics meeting international standards with English-speaking dentists. This guide covers real prices, how to vet a clinic, and whether the trip is worth it.
Costa Rica’s hospitals are well-equipped and affordable compared to the US, but navigating public vs. private care takes some planning. Here is what to expect from both.
CAJA, Costa Rica’s public health system, gives retirees access to doctors, specialists, surgery, and free prescriptions for a monthly fee of 7 to 11% of declared income, with no copays and full coverage of pre-existing conditions.