Vietnam
Health & Emergencies

Healthcare Guide: Vietnam

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Vietnam offers reasonable medical infrastructure in Ho Chi Minh and Hanoi with quality international private clinics. Costs are very affordable.

Risk Indicators

Moderate
Health Risk
Moderate
Hospital Quality
Moderate
Security Risk
VND (Vietnamese Dong)
Local Currency

What to Know Before You Travel

Healthcare System

Public System

The public system is limited. Tourists should seek out international private clinics.

Private Network

International private clinics in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi offer quality care at very affordable prices.

Estimated Medical Costs

ServiceEstimated Cost
General practice visit200-500 USD
Emergency room500-1,500 USD
Hospitalization (per day)800-2,500 USD
Emergency surgery5,000-20,000 USD
Ambulance200-500 USD
Raio-X100-300 USD
Exames de sangue50-150 USD

* Approximate costs for private care. May vary by region and provider type.

Recommended Hospitals

FV Hospital Ho Chi Minh Private
Ho Chi Minh
Hospital privado internacional
Vinmec International Hospital Private
Hanoi
Quality private hospital

Pharmacies

Pharmacies are common in cities with varied medication at affordable prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for Vietnam. 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 Vietnam is 115. Asteroid clients can also reach our 24/7 WhatsApp line for immediate multilingual assistance.

The public system is limited. Tourists should seek out international private clinics.

Costs vary by service type. A private clinic visit starts around 200-500 USD, while hospitalization can be substantially higher. Travel insurance covers these costs directly without upfront payment.

Pharmacies are common in cities with varied medication at affordable prices.

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