court0503 Posted November 16, 2017 Report Share Posted November 16, 2017 I encountered conflicting information on line so to share my own experience today: - you cannot sign up in San Antonio you must go to the Centro de Salud in Chapala - directions below ( I tried SAT first based on some incorrect and/or dated postings) - once in the Cento building , walk into the waiting room straight ahead and the sign up window is to your left along the wall, there’s a big sign over the window & the 4 required documents for foreigners/extranjeos are posted on a sign on the wall to the left of the window I brought two copies of each document , just in case. No original documents were requested though I brought them with me , again just in case. - copy of passport -copy of Residente Permanente - copy of CURP (mine is an 8 1/2 x 11 paper , not a card) -copy of proof of address ie Telmex or CFE bill (doesn’t have to be in your name) or rental lease FYI a bank statement showing your address is not acceptable - it was a quick and easy process , at 11:30am there was 1 lady in front of me , I waited tops 5 minutes for my turn. The clerk then took maybe 5minutes to complete her data entry work, handed me my Seguro Popular document (“Poliza de Afiliacion”) & I was done - Assuming you have the right documents in hand no Spanish skills required. No questions were asked of me except to request my signature (“firma”) The clerk did not speak any English however so if things did get messy for you for some reason having a Spanish speaker along might be comforting Directions to Chapala Cento de Salud Coming from the west Go down Carreterra into Chapala, turn left at light and go one block past Flavio Romero which is one way. Turn right on next block where the Bus Station is and go all the way down to the end. (which is quite a few blocks) Turn right and then right again on Flavio Romero. Centro de Salud is 3-4 blocks , on the left side. It’s a low white building , set back a bit from them road with “Centro de Salud” written in large letters on the side of the building. Street side parking only . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zerbit Posted November 16, 2017 Report Share Posted November 16, 2017 What level of pay required were you given? No questions asked of yourvliving accomodations? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngusMactavish Posted November 16, 2017 Report Share Posted November 16, 2017 I got mine just as simple and fast at the same location. Never was I asked about my income or accommodations and received three years with no payment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
court0503 Posted November 17, 2017 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2017 No questions , no conversation at all - just in & out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoneyBee Posted November 17, 2017 Report Share Posted November 17, 2017 Wow, great detailed and simple instructions. Thanks you so much, will go in next week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mopsy Posted November 17, 2017 Report Share Posted November 17, 2017 I signed up last year. Procedure exactly as described. Just wanted to note that my husband is disabled and was not able to come with me. But I had his documents and they gave me a Seguro Popular document for both of us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecoons Posted November 17, 2017 Report Share Posted November 17, 2017 Once you have the policy are you then supposed to go somewhere to get some sort of a booklet? This part is a little confusing for me, I've seen both "yes" and "no" answers to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barrbower Posted November 18, 2017 Report Share Posted November 18, 2017 No booklet required now. No visit to clinic to get started required now. Just take a copy of the info they give you at the moment of signing up to the clinic or hospital next time you need medical help. There is sometimes a nurse at the Chapala facility who is there to check blood pressure, blood sugar level, etc. if it appears the person signing up might have a medical problem that needs to be on file. Anything that nurse makes note of will not disqualify you from getting coverage. I have been to the clinic in Ajijic (Seis Esquinas) and don't recommend trying to see a doc there for any minor thing. Those clinics are there for locals who truly have no other choice. As gringos, we usually have the resources to pay out of pocket for minor health issues and the S.P. clinic is a crowded and chaotic place that most gringos will not have the inclination to endure. Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gringal Posted November 18, 2017 Report Share Posted November 18, 2017 My spouse and I signed up for S P last spring. Having little Spanish and difficulty understanding due to hearing problems, we hired Luzma Grande to take us to Chapala and handle the exchanges at the window. (Luzma IS great and works out of the real estate rental office just west of Gossips in Ajijic) A three year policy was issued. Haven't been to their clinic; it's a backup plan to paying out of pocket for doctor visits and drugs. Serious and expensive stuff: would use SP. Pre-existing conditions are covered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHILLIN Posted November 18, 2017 Report Share Posted November 18, 2017 Yes you do need the booklet "CARTILLA NACIONAL DE SALUD" . You need to get copies of your contract "POLIZA DE AFLIACION" across the street is a place to get copies. Then take your original and copies to the window that is on your right just as you enter the building where you will get the booklet. You will then be taken or told to go to the office which is on the right hand side across from the window. If the door is closed just knock and open and go in straight in front of you is the desk where the women will issue you your number and enter you in the system. Every time you go to a clinic or hospital you need to bring copies of your "POLIZA DE AFLIACION" and the booklet "CARTILLA NACIONAL DE SALUD". If you go to say a public hospital and are admitted you will also be given a booklet "TARJETAS DE CITAS" and every time you go to that hospital you must bring all your paperwork and all booklets as well as numerous copies of your"POLIZA DE AFLIACION" as well as copies of your "PERMANENTE VISA". Have been to two hospitals and learning what you need to do each time. So get a plastic holder which the Mexicans do to keep all your paperwork and copies in. Just remember 'DO NOT GIVE YOUR ORIGINAL "POLIZA DE AFLIACION" Good Luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cedros Posted November 18, 2017 Report Share Posted November 18, 2017 Don't need CARTILLA NACIONAL DE SALUD in Jocotepec. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted November 18, 2017 Report Share Posted November 18, 2017 There is no word for Consistency in Mexican Spanish...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Berca Posted November 18, 2017 Report Share Posted November 18, 2017 The only consistency in Mexico starts with "in". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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