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Medical Facilities

MEDICAL FACILITIES: Although medical care at private hospitals and clinics in Caracas continues to be good, economic problems in Venezuela have led to severe shortages of basic supplies at public hospitals throughout the country, including in Caracas. Shortages have also been experienced at some private clinics outside of Caracas. Cash payment is usually required in advance of the provision of medical services at private facilities, although some will accept credit cards. Patients who cannot provide advance payment may be referred to a public hospital for treatment. U.S. citizens should be aware that, due to the currency restrictions in effect in Venezuela, they might find it difficult to receive wire transfers from abroad, whether through a bank or Western Union. Such wire transfers cannot be used reliably as a source of emergency funds. U.S. citizens traveling to Venezuela may also find it difficult to obtain certain prescription drugs, particularly name brands, and should ensure that they have sufficient quantities of all medications for the duration of their stay.