Health Care in Coronado

Coronado has a public and private healthcare system. The public healthcare system is called the Caja de Seguro Social (CSS). It is used by both locals and foreigners, including expats and digital nomads. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Coronado for minor medical emergencies and minor surgeries. The public hospitals in Coronado are generally clean and well-equipped, but the wait times can be long. Expats and digital nomads are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Panama, but many prefer to use private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Private hospitals in Coronado are generally more modern and have shorter wait times.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Coronado

• Hospital Nacional de Coronado: This is a public hospital located in Coronado. It is well-equipped and provides a range of services, including emergency care.
• Clinica Coronado: This is a private clinic located in Coronado. It specializes in general medicine and provides a range of services, including emergency care.
• Hospital Punta Pacifica: This is a private hospital located in Panama City, approximately 1 hour away from Coronado by car. It is well-equipped and specializes in a range of medical services, including emergency care.

Emergency Services in Coronado

Coronado has ambulance services that can be called in an emergency. The ambulances are generally reliable and arrive quickly.

Health Insurance Companies in Coronado

The most popular private health insurers in Coronado are Blue Cross Blue Shield, Assa Compañía de Seguros, and Mapfre. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies or specialized expat health insurance providers.