What are healthcare services like in New York?

We asked retirees if they have access to good medical care in New York. They wrote...

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•  Where should I setup a bank account in New York?
•  Will I be able to find a job in New York?
•  What is life like in New York?
•  What do expats in New York appreciate most about the local culture?
•  What do expats find most challenging?
•  Is there a lot of crime in New York?
•  Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in New York accepting of differences?
•  What are the schools in New York like?
•  What are healthcare services like in New York?
•  What are medical services in New York like?
•  Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in New York?
•  What are emergency services like in New York?
•  Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
•  Are common prescription medications available in New York?
•  How are local medical facilities in New York?
•  As a foreigner living in New York, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
•  What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?