Health & Emergencies
Colombia has a well-developed healthcare system with quality hospitals in Bogotá, Medellín and Cali. Private care is affordable.
The public system offers universal coverage to residents and tourists.
Well-equipped private clinics with experienced professionals in main cities.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | 150,000-300,000 COP ($35-70 USD) |
| Emergency room | 500,000-1,000,000 COP ($115-230 USD) |
| Hospitalization (per day) | 1,000,000-2,500,000 COP ($230-575 USD) |
| Emergency surgery | 10,000,000-30,000,000 COP ($2,300-6,900 USD) |
| Ambulance | 400,000-600,000 COP ($90-140 USD) |
| Raio-X | 200,000-400,000 COP ($45-90 USD) |
| Exames de sangue | 100,000-200,000 COP ($23-45 USD) |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Colombia. Private hospitals typically require upfront payment or proof of insurance. Asteroid clients have immediate coverage and 24/7 support in their language.
The main emergency number in Colombia is 123. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
The public system offers universal coverage to residents and tourists.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 150,000-300,000 COP ($35-70 USD), while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
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