Health & Emergencies
Kenya offers moderate-quality healthcare in Nairobi. Private hospitals offer superior standards.
The public system offers basic care; tourists generally go private.
Private hospitals in Nairobi offer international standards.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | 3,000-6,000 KES ($23-46 USD) |
| Emergency room | 15,000-25,000 KES ($115-190 USD) |
| Hospitalization (per day) | 30,000-60,000 KES ($230-460 USD) |
| Emergency surgery | 300,000-600,000 KES ($2,300-4,600 USD) |
| Ambulance | 5,000-10,000 KES ($38-77 USD) |
| Raio-X | 2,000-4,000 KES ($15-31 USD) |
| Exames de sangue | 1,000-2,000 KES ($8-15 USD) |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Kenya. 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 Kenya is 112. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
The public system offers basic care; tourists generally go private.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 3,000-6,000 KES ($23-46 USD), while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
Pharmacies in Nairobi; medication quality varies.
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