Health Care in Uruguay

Most plans require a physical, at any age, but many will accept pre-existing conditions. A private plan at La Asistencial (in Maldonado) costs US$57 per month.

The best plan they offer is the VIP plan for US$154 monthly, for which you get a private room, a special waiting salon, guaranteed appointments, and lower co-pays.

At La Asistencial there are no age restrictions, and your premium is not based on age. You might also find some willing to accept foreign health plans including Blue Cross.

If you just walk into the emergency room for treatment in a private hospital (without a plan), you’ll spend around US$85, which will include doctor fees and lab work.

Many Uruguayans and expats believe that the British Hospital is the best medical facility in Uruguay; it’s located about 48 kilometers from Atlántida.

For your sole provider—where you’d go for serious illness or major surgery—consider British Hospital. Outside of this facility, you can have trouble finding English-speaking medical professionals.

Smaller medical clinics, emergency centers, and ambulance services do exist in the Costs de Oro area but they are less sophisticated.