Health Care System in Costa Rica
Health Care for Veteran's in Costa Rica

The Clínica Bíblica now accepts medical coverage through Tri Care Latin America and CHAMPUS for hospital and pharmacy services.

Here are the requirements for medical benefits for U.S. military retirees and their families:

1. A current U.S. military retiree ID card (20 years of active duty)
2. 65 years or over and have Medicare Part B.
3. Current ID cards for all dependents under 21 years of age if in college with proof of enrollment
4. Unmarried widows must have the related documents above for their husband. Medical benefits for U.S. veterans: The disabled veteran can only be treated for the disabilities listed on the Treatment Authorization Sheet from the VA. If the veteran is 100 percent disabled, all dependents will receive total health care, not including dental and glasses.
   
   The following documents are required:

1. Current CHAMPUS VA card.
2. Current ID card for all dependents under the age of 21 and up to 23 years of age if in college with proof of enrollment.
3. Copy of DD 214
4. Unmarried widows must have the related documents above for their husband.

To find out about benefits for military retirees and their families and for disabled veterans, call 522-1500/221-7717 or
E-mail: seguros@ clinicabiblica.com.

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