Are many retired Americans moving to Panama having anything to do with Universal Health Coverage?

Is Universal Health Coverage already instituted in Panama and available to Americans who go to live there? How long has that kind of nationally sponsored medical insurance been in place or am I simply mistaken?

Public Comments

1. I have spent time in Panama visiting retirees and nobody mentioned to me the healthcare system as a reason for moving there. The public healthcare system is not that good and Panamanians who can afford to use private systems. That said, privately provided healthcare can be quite good and is much cheaper than in the U.S. However, you can't use medicare there if you are retired.
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3. I will answer in few words but straight to the point. If you want to move to Panama and you want a good health coverage, i recommend you the cheapest way. Having a private security card. With this cards, the specialists in any disease will give a very special price, a symbolic price ($15.00 per consulting) that is a very good price for a specialist here. You will have access to best private hospitals in Panama. To have this card, you just have to fill a form a pay a monthly rate depending on your age. It is very cheap. I can help you with the best one. email me cserv0204@hotmail.com Enjoy your trip!!