Health & Emergencies
Peru offers reasonable medical care in Lima with acceptable private clinics. Altitude in cities like Cusco requires acclimatization. Public system is limited.
A public system exists but is slow and congested. Tourists should seek out private clinics.
Private clinics in Lima offer quality care from professionals experienced with travelers.
| Service | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| General practice visit | 100-300 PEN |
| Emergency room | 500-1,500 PEN |
| Hospitalization (per day) | 1,500-4,000 PEN |
| Emergency surgery | 8,000-30,000 PEN |
| Ambulance | 300-800 PEN |
| Raio-X | 150-400 PEN |
| Exames de sangue | 100-300 PEN |
* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Peru. 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 Peru is 106. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.
A public system exists but is slow and congested. Tourists should seek out private clinics.
Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 100-300 PEN, while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.
Pharmacies are abundant in Lima with varied medication at affordable prices.
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