Mumbai, IndiaHealth Care in Mumbai
Summary: Learn about the health system in Mumbai: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Mumbai.
Mumbai has a public and private healthcare system. The public healthcare system is called the National Health System (NHS) and is used by both locals and foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Mumbai for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, as they are well-equipped and staffed with experienced doctors. At a public hospital in Mumbai, one can expect to find a range of services, from basic medical care to more specialized treatments. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in India. However, many expats primarily use private hospitals for their medical needs. Private hospitals in Mumbai are well-equipped and offer a range of services, from basic medical care to more specialized treatments. People generally recommend using private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, as they are well-equipped and staffed with experienced doctors.
Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Mumbai
There are several recommended clinics and hospitals in Mumbai for expats. These include:
- Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital and Medical Research Institute (private hospital): Located in Andheri West, this hospital offers a range of services, from basic medical care to more specialized treatments.
- Hinduja Hospital (private hospital): Located in Mahim, this hospital specializes in cardiology, neurology, and orthopedics.
- Lilavati Hospital and Research Centre (private hospital): Located in Bandra West, this hospital offers a range of services, from basic medical care to more specialized treatments.
- Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital (private hospital): Located in Vile Parle West, this hospital specializes in cardiology, neurology, and orthopedics.
Emergency Services in Mumbai
Mumbai has a range of emergency services, including ambulance services. To call for an ambulance, one can dial 102 or 108. Ambulances usually arrive quickly, but there can be delays due to traffic or other factors.
Health Insurance Companies in Mumbai
The most popular private health insurers in Mumbai are Apollo Munich, Bajaj Allianz, HDFC Ergo, Max Bupa, and Star Health. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies or specialized expat health insurance providers.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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