Health Care in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires, Argentina has both public and private healthcare systems. The public healthcare system is called the National Health System (Sistema Nacional de Salud) and is available to all citizens and legal residents of Argentina. It is not available to foreigners, however, expats and digital nomads are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Argentina.

Argentina's Healthcare System

The public healthcare system in Argentina is free for citizens and legal residents, and is funded by the government. It is generally considered to be of good quality, although it can be overcrowded and underfunded in some areas. Public hospitals in Buenos Aires are generally recommended for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, although the wait times can be long. Private hospitals are also available, and are generally preferred by expats and digital nomads for more specialized medical care and surgeries. Private hospitals in Buenos Aires are typically well-equipped and offer a higher level of service than public hospitals.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Buenos Aires

• Hospital Italiano de Buenos Aires: Private hospital located in the Palermo neighborhood of Buenos Aires.
• Clinica de la Mujer: Private clinic located in the Belgrano neighborhood of Buenos Aires, specializing in women's health.
• Hospital Aleman: Private hospital located in the Recoleta neighborhood of Buenos Aires.
• Hospital Britanico: Private hospital located in the Belgrano neighborhood of Buenos Aires.

Emergency Services in Buenos Aires

Ambulance services are available in Buenos Aires, and can be called by dialing 107. Ambulances typically arrive quickly, although there can be delays in some areas.

Health Insurance Companies in Buenos Aires

The most popular private health insurers in Buenos Aires are OSDE, Swiss Medical, and Galeno. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, although there are also specialized expat health insurance providers available.