You're sick, in a foreign country where you don't speak the language--big problem?
NO! Not in Pattaya, Thailand.
The two most well known 'private' hospitals in Pattaya are:
Although I have never had to be treated at either hospital, I understand both are excellent with
English speaking, Western trained doctors.
And did I mention this is high-quality care at a FRACTION of the typical (Western) cost!
For minor ailments, 'prescription' drugs are easily and cheaply available at Pattaya pharmacies
throughout the city.
Although I don't recommend self-medicating, most drugs can purchased without seeing a doctor.
Regarding health insurance, should you buy it here...? The answer is maybe! First question,
does your EXISTING plan cover you overseas illnesses? Many do NOT! In the US, the Medicare system does not, for example.
Next, how much money do you have in the bank LIQUID? Money you can access immediately?
Most hospitals in Thailand require payment immediately--if you're in an accident, with no insurance, can you pay a 100,000
baht on demand?
If you decide NOT to 'self-insure', as described above, here are two health Thai health insurers
that many Pattaya expats use:
As with anything, BOTH companies have supporters and critics.
