Mountain town in Chiayi, Taiwan
Healthcare in Alishan: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Alishan
Only a small clinic on the mountain. Serious cases are taken down to Chiayi hospitals; altitude can cause mild headaches.
Hospitals for foreigners in Alishan
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Chiayi Chang Gung Memorial Hospital | Main hospital for serious cases, about 2 hr down the mountain |
Key facts
- In Taiwan: Excellent, affordable hospitals; visitors pay full price but costs stay modest. Big-city hospitals have international clinics, and many doctors speak English.
- Pharmacies: Pharmacies and chains like Watsons and Cosmed are common; many medicines need a prescription.
- Emergency: Police 110 · Ambulance 119 · Fire 119 · Tourist police 0800-011-765.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Taiwan, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Alishan for foreigners?
Chiayi Chang Gung Memorial Hospital: Main hospital for serious cases, about 2 hr down the mountain
Do I need travel insurance for Taiwan?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Taiwan expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Taiwan
- Alishan National Scenic Area
- Alishan Forest Railway
- Taiwan Tourism Administration
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