City, Cambodia
Healthcare in Siem Reap: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Siem Reap
Private clinics treat routine problems at moderate cost. Serious cases are often evacuated to Bangkok, so carry evacuation cover.
Hospitals for foreigners in Siem Reap
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Royal Angkor International Hospital | Main private hospital; international department |
| Siem Reap Provincial Referral Hospital | Public hospital; basic and crowded |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: $20–60 ($20–60) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Cambodia: Private clinics in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap handle routine care at moderate cost. Serious cases are usually evacuated to Bangkok, so carry evacuation cover.
- Pharmacies: Pharmacies are everywhere but counterfeits exist; use larger city chains such as U-Care.
- Health spending: US$115 per person a year (2023); 0.2 doctors per 1,000 people (2019), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 117 · Ambulance 119 · Fire 118.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Cambodia, 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 Siem Reap for foreigners?
Royal Angkor International Hospital: Main private hospital; international department
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Siem Reap?
About $20–60 ($20–60) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Cambodia?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Cambodia expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Cambodia
- Angkor Enterprise (Angkor Pass)
- Cambodia e-Visa
- Royal Angkor International Hospital
- Grab Cambodia
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