Health & Emergencies
El Salvador offers basic-quality healthcare with significant limitations. Tourists should consider health insurance.
The public system offers very basic care with limited infrastructure.
Private clinics in San Salvador offer a better standard.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | $15-30 USD |
| Emergency room | $40-80 USD |
| Hospitalization (per day) | $80-200 USD |
| Emergency surgery | $800-2,000 USD |
| Ambulance | $20-40 USD |
| Raio-X | $15-30 USD |
| Exames de sangue | $10-15 USD |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for El Salvador. 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 El Salvador is 911. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
The public system offers very basic care with limited infrastructure.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around $15-30 USD, while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
Pharmacies in San Salvador; medication quality varies.
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