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Brian

Apr 22, 2010, 4:45 AM

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Outsourcing medical services soon to be a reality?

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There are arguments both pro and con as to the benefits of outsourcing services which can be obtained offshore but at the expense of US jobs. Usually, for those footing the bill, cheaper is better. Due to the US failure to provide enough doctors and support staff for the current and anticipated eligible population, it looks as though insurance paid healthcare may indeed become a reality in Mexico once quality control assurances are obtained. I would imagine that even taking transportation costs into account, it would be cheaper for insurance companies and MediCare to send patients there for treatment and recuperation from surgeries etc.

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wiloran

Apr 22, 2010, 5:42 AM

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I heard, but don't know for sure, that Blue Cross/Blue Shield has a policy for residents of border towns that provides coverage for less expensive care in Mexico.

gpkgto

Apr 22, 2010, 10:22 AM

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Unfortunately for those of us already in Mexico and paying for our medical services, this might cause Mexican medical services to become like the US counterpart: long waits for appointments, 5-minute office visits, higher prices, extra lab work, etc. etc. in order to make more money.

Rolly

Apr 22, 2010, 10:30 AM

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When I was working on my book, I had a long conversation with my cardiologist on the subject of how medical tourism might affect health services in México. He was quite pessimistic about the possible effects, despite the fact that the hospital he is associated with is one of the major movers in medical tourism.

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