In spite of challenges, Mexico's medical tourism market is on the rise

 21-Jul-16, Medical Tourism Magazine

The Mexican healthcare system has many challenges to overcome in order to become a truly sustainable sector. Low patient-to-doctor ratios and exorbitant out-of-pocket spending by consumers reflect problems in the system. Yet, opportunities do exist in the Mexican healthcare market.

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Mexico does however have a budding medical tourism industry, mostly in the form of dental and cosmetic. Most of the medical tourists coming into Mexico are from the United States. This is due in large part to the governmental healthcare reform that has driven up health insurance rates. Older Americans often need expensive dental work and these factors are encouraging seniors to go to Mexico for procedures such as crowns, false teeth, and implants.

Many dental procedures can cost half as much in Mexico as they would in the United States. Adding that incentive on top of an enticing vacation itinerary, and we can begin see why medical tourism in Mexico looks increasingly attractive. 

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