Living in Thailand
Healthcare and insurance
An orientation to public and private care and understanding insurance before it is needed.
At a glance
- Know emergency contacts and how the chosen facility expects payment.
- Read exclusions, limits, pre-authorisation and evacuation terms.
- Verify insurers through the Office of Insurance Commission.
Practical checklist
- Carry policy and medicine information.
- Contact the insurer early where pre-authorisation may apply.
Limits of this guide
- This guide does not rank hospitals, insurers or treatments.
- Emergency needs should be assessed by qualified professionals.
Get qualified advice
For a decision affecting status, rights, health, tax or substantial money, use the responsible authority and an appropriately qualified independent professional.
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