The loss or theft of a U.S. passport overseas should be reported immediately to the local police and nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Replacement of a lost or stolen passport and the required Yugoslav exit visa may take up to ten days. U.S. citizens may refer to the Department of State's pamphlet, A Safe Trip Abroad , for ways to promote a more trouble-free journey. Although many physicians in Yugoslavia are highly trained, hospitals and clinics are generally not equipped and maintained according to Western standards. Medicines and basic medical supplies are largely obtainable in privately owned pharmacies.
Hospitals usually require payment in cash for all services.
U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the United States. U.S. Medicare and Medicaid programs do not provide payment for medical services outside the United States. Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health services. Uninsured travelers who require medical care overseas may face extreme difficulties. Please check with your own insurance company to confirm whether your policy applies overseas, including provision for medical evacuation, and for adequacy of coverage.