Health & Emergencies
Paraguay offers basic medical infrastructure with acceptable private clinics in Asunción. Public care is very limited and not recommended for tourists.
The public system is very limited. Tourists should avoid public care.
Private clinics in Asunción offer acceptable care at very affordable prices.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | 200,000-500,000 PYG |
| Emergency room | 500,000-1,500,000 PYG |
| Hospitalization (per day) | 1,000,000-3,000,000 PYG |
| Emergency surgery | 5,000,000-20,000,000 PYG |
| Ambulance | 300,000-800,000 PYG |
| Raio-X | 150,000-400,000 PYG |
| Exames de sangue | 100,000-300,000 PYG |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Paraguay. 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 Paraguay is 911. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
The public system is very limited. Tourists should avoid public care.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 200,000-500,000 PYG, while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
Pharmacies are easy to find, with affordable generic medication.
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