Island in Quintana Roo, Mexico
Healthcare in Cozumel: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Cozumel
Basic care is available; serious cases transfer to Cancún, Playa del Carmen or Mérida. A hyperbaric chamber on the island serves divers. Insurance with evacuation is essential.
Hospitals for foreigners in Cozumel
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Hospital Médica Costamed Cozumel | Private hospital with emergency care |
| Cozumel Hyperbaric Chamber (Cozumel hospital) | Recompression treatment for dive injuries |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: MX$500–1,400 ($27–77) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Mexico: Good private hospitals in big cities and resort areas at moderate prices; public hospitals are stretched. Serious care and evacuation get expensive, so carry travel insurance.
- Pharmacies: Pharmacies are everywhere, many with an attached doctor for cheap consultations. Antibiotics need a prescription.
- Health spending: US$761 per person a year (2023); 2.6 doctors per 1,000 people (2022), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 911 · Ambulance 911 · Fire 911 · Tourist police 078 · All emergencies 911.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Mexico, 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 Cozumel for foreigners?
Hospital Médica Costamed Cozumel: Private hospital with emergency care
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Cozumel?
About MX$500–1,400 ($27–77) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Mexico?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Mexico expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Mexico
- Ultramar ferries
- Cozumel International Airport (ASUR)
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