Planning a Parent's Recovery in Costa Rica from the US: Equipment and Care Guide
A practical guide for families in the US who need to arrange medical equipment rental and home care for a parent or relative recovering in Costa Rica. Same-day delivery, English support, 60-70% less than US prices.
Planning a Parent's Recovery in Costa Rica from the US: Equipment and Care Guide
Your mom had hip surgery in San José. Your dad needs a hospital bed at home in Heredia. Your abuela needs an oxygen concentrator in Alajuela. And you're in Texas, Florida, or California — thousands of miles away.
This guide is for you: families in the United States who need to arrange medical equipment and care for a loved one in Costa Rica, remotely.
The Challenge
Coordinating medical equipment from abroad is stressful. You need to find a reliable provider, make sure they deliver on time, confirm the equipment is safe and clean, and — ideally — communicate in English. In the US, this is handled through insurance and DME (Durable Medical Equipment) providers. In Costa Rica, it's simpler and much cheaper — if you know who to call.
Hospital Express: Your Partner on the Ground
Hospital Express has been delivering medical equipment to homes across Costa Rica for over 16 years. We work with families in the US every week. Here's how we make it easy:
Medical Equipment Delivered Same-Day
We rent and deliver:
| Equipment | Monthly Rate | vs US Price | |-----------|-------------|-------------| | Hospital bed (electric) | ~$95–140/mo | 60-70% less | | Oxygen concentrator (5L) | ~$95/mo | 62% less | | Wheelchair | ~$54/mo | 64% less | | Patient lift (Hoyer) | ~$104/mo | 58% less | | CPAP machine | Quote-based | Significantly less | | Walker | ~$32/mo | 58% less |
Every rental includes delivery, installation, caregiver training, maintenance, and 24/7 technical support.
Telemedicine in English
Need a doctor's visit but can't be there? Our telemedicine service connects your parent with an English-speaking doctor via video call. You can even join the call from the US.
- Same-day appointments available
- E-prescriptions sent directly to their phone
- Follow-up visits for chronic conditions
- Equipment prescriptions (we deliver what the doctor orders)
Bilingual 24/7 Support
- You communicate with us in English
- We communicate with your parent in Spanish (or English if they prefer)
- We send you confirmation photos when equipment is delivered
- Call us anytime if something needs adjustment
How It Works (Step by Step)
- WhatsApp us at +506 8777-7361 — tell us what your family member needs
- We confirm availability and pricing within minutes
- Arrange payment (we accept cards and bank transfer)
- Same-day delivery in the Greater Metropolitan Area (San José, Heredia, Alajuela, Cartago, and surrounding areas)
- We install everything and train the caregiver
- We send you photos confirming the setup
- 24/7 support — if anything breaks or needs adjustment, call us anytime
Which US States Contact Us Most?
Based on our records and Google Analytics data:
- Florida — direct flights to San José, large Costa Rican community
- Texas — growing expat and family network
- California — families with retired parents in Costa Rica
- Illinois, North Carolina, Virginia — emerging connections
No matter which state you're in, we're a WhatsApp message away.
Why Families Choose Hospital Express
- 16+ years in business — we're not going anywhere
- Same-day delivery — your parent doesn't wait
- 60-70% cheaper than US rental prices — see our full price comparison
- English communication — no language barrier for you
- One provider for everything — equipment, telemedicine, and support
Get Started Today
WhatsApp: +506 8777-7361
Tell us about your family member's needs. We'll handle everything on the ground so you can focus on what matters.
Hospital Express — helping US families care for loved ones in Costa Rica. Medical equipment rental, telemedicine, and 24/7 bilingual support. Since 2010.