Health Care in Punta del Este

Summary: Health Care in Punta del Este: Locate providers, hospitals, and medical centers to find the best health services available for expats and nomads.

The healthcare system in Punta del Este is a combination of public and private healthcare. The public healthcare system is called the Ministry of Public Health (MSP) and is used by both locals and foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Punta del Este for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Punta del Este are generally well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Uruguay. However, many expats choose to use private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery due to the shorter wait times and more personalized care. Private hospitals in Punta del Este are typically well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Punta del Este

The most popular hospitals and clinics for expats in Punta del Este are:

Hospital Britanico (private hospital) - located in Punta del Este
Clinica Medica Punta del Este (private clinic) - located in Punta del Este
Hospital de Maldonado (public hospital) - located in Maldonado, approximately 20 minutes by car from Punta del Este
Clinica San Rafael (private clinic) - located in Maldonado, approximately 20 minutes by car from Punta del Este

Emergency Services in Punta del Este

There are ambulance services in Punta del Este. To call for an ambulance, dial 911. Ambulances typically arrive quickly, however there can be delays depending on the situation.

Health Insurance Companies in Punta del Este

The most popular private health insurers in Punta del Este are ASSE, UTE, and Plan Nacer. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, although some may choose to use specialized expat health insurance providers.

About the Author

Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.