EATING OUT

A normal Indian meal (North & South) in an average restaurant costs about $ 5 or more per person. It is thus advisable to cook at home, as all Indian cooking stuff is available in America in Indian stores, of the best quality at an affordable price in all departmental stores. Indian spices and condiments are costly and it is advisable to carry them from India. In areas where Indians are found (software areas) Indian style home delivery meals are available, too. These are getting popular with the native Americans, too. Tea and Coffee - 55 cents - $ 1.30 (large, med, small) Coke can - 60 cents - $ 1.10 (large, med, small) Approximately for family with one kid it would cost around $ 500 per month towards food and for an individual $ 200.

HEALTH

Medical insurance is very expensive and compulsory. Dental insurance is separate. A medical insurance form filled at the Company Office after verification provides a Medical Insurance Number. Get details of compensation for insurance (if provided any) from your company/organization. On a visit to a doctor (medical/dental) a token amount has to be paid by the individual as per the diagnosis of the disease. The balance amount of the doctors fee is paid by the Insurance Company (as per the details of compensation for insurance by the employer Company/Organization). Medical Insurance $ 200 approx. per person for one month Dental Insurance $ 50 approx. per person for one month Operations are very expensive. In your passport or other document, write the names of any people you wish to be contacted in case of a medical emergency. Also list your Blood group, and any allergies or medical conditions of which doctors should be aware. Bring any medication you regularly take, for a few months till you are familiar with alternate medicines available in U.S. A copy of necessary medical history and your prescription is essential and very handy. Get extra pair of reading glasses (if required) and get your teeth treated in India (as dental treatment in India is much cheaper) before you come to U.S.

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