Belize Medical Associates Traveler’s Guide has been established to assist international patients and their accompanying family members while visiting our beautiful country. We will guide you through many phases of your visit, from the time of your personal inquiry to your departure from the hospital.
Business travelers as well as recreational travelers can benefit from this guide which was developed with an emphasis on preparedness. We understand that business travelers may be under stress and pressure. The traveler needs to have a resource available to turn to when faced with medical concerns while traveling abroad. http://belizemedical.com/resources/travelers-guide/Therefore, Belize Medical Associates will keep you healthy and productive while away on assignments or pleasure.
Here are some of the services offered through our Traveler’s Guide Program:
- Providing you with a list of physicians and contact information to schedule an appointment
- Obtaining cost estimates on hospital fees, physician fees, and procedures you will be receiving
- Financial arrangements, such as opening an account with a local bank, wire transfers, contacting your insurance company or employer to determine authorization requirements needed prior to your visit, and other transactions
- Travel arrangements, confirming airline reservations, air and ground ambulance, transportation to and from the airport/airstrip and accommodations
- Assistance with making accommodations at local hotels for relatives overnight stay
- Assistance with any emergency situations that may develop while a patient has been admitted to Belize
- Medical Associates Hospital
- Advice on leisure activities
To eliminate financial hardship, confusion and delays should you or a family member require medical care while on your visit, check with your payer (insurance company, employer, etc.) prior to leaving to ensure that you have written approvals and that you understand exactly how much of he charges they will cover and how much will be your responsibility. (Some restrictions apply)
It is best to have your return trip with an open date to avoid extra charges which may be imposed in the event of changes in your travel schedule, due to unforeseen circumstances such as delays in travel due to extended treatment and/or hospitalization.
At the hospital, wear casual clothing and comfortable shoes. A light sweater is recommended all year round since hospital room temperatures are generally very cool.
Telephone calls can be made with telephone cards (available at the pharmacy), collect calling or charges placed on patient bill.
- Cash
- Wire transfers
- Visa/Mastercard/Travelers Cheques/American Express/Discover Insurance (a letter of authorization outlining benefits from the insurance company will be required before you receive treatment). Some restrictions apply.
Review these items for your convenience and preparation prior to your departure:
- Passport or other form of photo identification
- Copies of medical records, diagnostic films (CT scans, x-rays, etc.)
- Original authorization letter from insurance company
- Name, address and telephone number of your referring physician(s)
- A list of your current medications and dosages
- A book, magazines or any other items to keep you occupied between appointments
- Money for payment of services, travel and subsistence
Check these articles for guidance on other health matters that may affect you as a visitor:
| Travelers’ Diarrhea |
| Traveler’s Health Guide |