City in East Java, Indonesia
Healthcare in Surabaya: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Surabaya
Good private care and the best in East Java; very serious cases may still be evacuated to Singapore. Hospitals take cards or cash deposits.
Hospitals for foreigners in Surabaya
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| National Hospital Surabaya | Modern private hospital popular with expats |
| Siloam Hospitals Surabaya | Large private hospital with emergency room |
| Premier Surabaya Hospital | Private hospital in the east |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: Rp150,000–400,000 ($8–22) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Indonesia: Bali and Jakarta have decent private hospitals (BIMC, Siloam); standards drop fast elsewhere. Serious cases are often evacuated to Singapore, so get insurance with evacuation.
- Pharmacies: Apotek (Kimia Farma, Guardian, Century) are common; antibiotics officially need a prescription, but enforcement is patchy.
- Health spending: US$132 per person a year (2023); 0.5 doctors per 1,000 people (2023), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 113 · All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Indonesia, 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 Surabaya for foreigners?
National Hospital Surabaya: Modern private hospital popular with expats
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Surabaya?
About Rp150,000–400,000 ($8–22) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Indonesia?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Indonesia expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Indonesia
- Wonderful Indonesia (Ministry of Tourism)
- KAI (Indonesian railways)
- National Hospital Surabaya
- Siloam Hospitals
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