LaurLaw...
I have heard all kinds of stories, even about Turkey, Italy and other civilized nations where hospitals are concerned.
But when it comes to airlift medical emergencies - I have a blanket insurance policy to cover this with AMEX that only costs us about $100/year. It comes as an option on my credit card.
Green_RD....
I actually hope they all do, since your cruise WILL be denied of you sign that in the affirmative. But if you DO lie the PLEASE quarantine yourself onboard.
I have gotten emails from people who say they were not even checked out, they were just denied. If they cannot find the doctor they might just say "too bad."