In 1989 when communism was starting to fall elsewhere, many Mongolian weren't really ready for the change.
Health care facilities are improving in Ulaanbaatar and provincial capitals but still short of Western standards. Serious medical emergencies may require evacuation to Beijing or Seoul. Doctors and hospitals may expect immediate cash payment for health services.
Mongolian money is referred to as the Togrog.The symbol representing the Mongolian money is MNT. The Togrog is the official currency of Mongolia.