Unexpected medical costs - Canadian resident - Las Vegas, USA

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Did your son have travel medical insurance? This is highly recommended for all US travelers from other countries. If so, the insurer may cover some of these expenses. There is a risk that the claim may not be covered since it was self-inflicted due to excessive drinking, but that will depend on the policy wording of your policy.

If he didn't buy insurance, then he'll be liable for these expenses. While he didn't call the ambulance, society generally does not want to discourage people from seeking medical intervention when people are in distress.

Your provincial health care plan may cover some of these expenses, but there may be significant restrictions, e.g. B.C. only covers $75/day (Cdn), Saskatchewan covers $100, etc. This will only cover a small part of the total bill.

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