City in Preah Sihanouk, Cambodia
Healthcare in Sihanoukville: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Sihanoukville
Private clinics handle routine care. Serious cases are taken to Phnom Penh (4–5 h) or evacuated to Bangkok; carry evacuation cover.
Hospitals for foreigners in Sihanoukville
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Preah Sihanouk 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 Sihanoukville for foreigners?
Preah Sihanouk Provincial Referral Hospital: Public hospital; basic and crowded
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Sihanoukville?
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
- Cambodia Ministry of Tourism
- Cambodia Airports
- UK FCDO travel advice: Cambodia
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