The variety of medical plans in Panama have include customers up to 74 years old due to the high demand. These plans offer coverage in Panama as well as other countries, depending on the type of policy. Take into consideration that each medical plan is subject to conditions accepted by you at the moment you sign up.
Panama has a medical plan for people who work in Panama (employees and their dependants). A percentage of the payment of this service is deducted from the employee's salary and the rest is paid by the employer. A private medical insurance is available too through an insurance broker or company. Foreigners are allowed to have medical insurance in Panama .
Monthly premiums vary depending on the coverage you choose. These range from basic plans to wide coverage including attention in hospitals abroad.
As in other countries, prices vary depending on the age of the insured. The basic medical plan starts at US$ 21.00 monthly for people between 18-25 years old up to US$ 91.95 monthly for people up to 74 years old. For more coverage, there are health plans going from US$31.50 for young people to US$137.93 for older customers.
Monthly premiums vary depending on the coverage you choose. These range from basic plans to wide coverage including attention in hospitals abroad.
As in other countries, prices vary depending on the age of the insured. The basic medical plan starts at US$ 21.00 monthly for people between 18-25 years old up to US$ 91.95 monthly for people up to 74 years old. For more coverage, there are health plans going from US$31.50 for young people to US$137.93 for older customers.
Though it is important for you to know where the closest hospital or clinic is; you should consider the quality of service. The best hospitals in Panama City are “Hospital Nacional” and “Centro de Punta Pacifica ”. These health centers provide the best service and technology.
For tourists who don't speak Spanish you may find English speakers easily.
