{"id":11743,"date":"2025-05-30T11:04:56","date_gmt":"2025-05-30T03:04:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=11743"},"modified":"2026-02-21T03:38:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T19:38:24","slug":"thailand-insurance-needed-private-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/thailand-insurance-needed-private-insurance.html","title":{"rendered":"Private Health Insurance for Expats in Thailand: Plans and Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats in Thailand should strongly consider private health insurance to access the country\u2019s top private hospitals, shorter wait times, and a higher standard of care. Unlike public insurance, private coverage often includes inpatient and outpatient treatment, direct billing, and options for maternity, dental, and vision benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thailand is known for its excellent healthcare system and is a major hub for medical tourism in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/resources\/prime-guides\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Asia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Private hospital fees are relatively affordable compared to other Asian and Western countries, making private insurance a practical choice for expats who want both peace of mind and quality medical treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But despite it being a forerunner of medical success, its <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/resources\/prime-guides\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">private healthcare fees remain remarkably inexpensive<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when compared to the rest of Asia and Western countries like the USA. This makes Thailand a very attractive place for expats to live so they can enjoy the location and get stellar medical care.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re an expat wanting to live in Thailand, this article will explain what private insurance in Thailand is, how private insurance and public insurance are different, what the benefits of private insurance are, and some quote samples for private health coverage in Thailand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the end of this article, you will want to discover what types of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/thailand-insurance-companies-top-thailand-companies-for-expats.html\">insurance are needed in Thailand for expats and visitors<\/a> so you can secure the right private insurance plan for your situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an insurance broker and expert, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/pp-profile\/about\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help you find a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/asia\/thailand-health-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thailand private insurance plan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by comparing it across multiple insurance providers and policies. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reach out to us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get started or to have your other questions answered.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-73' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-73-new.css?v1.67' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-73-link CompareNowbutton\">\n  <div class=\"inserter-73-new\">\n    <div class=\"inserter-left-box\">\n        <h3>Kickstart Your Search for the Perfect Insurer<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n            <p>Compare over <br>50,000 Plans <br>from Top Insurers<\/p>\n            <button >Compare NOW<\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    \n    <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/mobile.png\" alt=\" \" class=\"banner-img-mobile\">            \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n<style>\n\n.inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {right: -31%;}\n@media (max-width: 1199px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -20px;\n  }\n@media (max-width: 991px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -10px;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: auto;\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 512px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: 200px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Does Private Health Insurance Cover in Thailand?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21876 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/visitors-viewing-art-installation-near-grand-palace-in-bangkok.webp\" alt=\"Image of Visitors Viewing Art Installation Near Grand Palace In Bangkok with text overlay of &quot;What Does Private Health Insurance Cover in Thailand?&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/visitors-viewing-art-installation-near-grand-palace-in-bangkok.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/visitors-viewing-art-installation-near-grand-palace-in-bangkok-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/visitors-viewing-art-installation-near-grand-palace-in-bangkok-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/visitors-viewing-art-installation-near-grand-palace-in-bangkok-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/visitors-viewing-art-installation-near-grand-palace-in-bangkok-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private insurance is offered to Thailand expats and residents who prefer health insurance coverage from a private company instead of the Thailand government programs. Expats in particular tend to prefer private health insurance because it is the most similar to medical treatment in the West.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purchasing a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/private-health-insurance\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">private health insurance plan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> grants an individual access to top-notch facilities in private clinics and hospitals. These state-of-the-art medical facilities often have the newest technologies, internationally certified services, and medical professionals, and a greater ratio of multilingual providers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">65% of all hospitals and clinics in Thailand are privately run facilities. Some of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-thailand-private-hospitals-for-expats.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best private hospitals in Thailand<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Pattaya, Koh Samui, and Hua Hin. If you want to live near these places, discover the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-thailand.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best places to live in Thailand<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as an expat.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comparing Private and Public Health Insurance in Thailand<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private insurance in Thailand grants expats access to private hospitals and clinics. This insurance must be purchased through a private insurance company or broker. Public insurance in Thailand is organized by the government in a social security scheme that grants access to public facilities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the medical professionals at both public and private hospitals are all of top quality, training, and competency, the main differences between public and private facilities lie in the ease and comfort for the patient. We will detail their differences below.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Thailand\u2019s Public Health Insurance Works<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employed residents in Thailand can opt into the social security scheme that funds public health insurance. A monthly salary deduction entitles these participants to subsidized healthcare at an assigned public hospital. Public insurance covers the minimum healthcare costs.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It may not, however, be sufficient for serious injury or illness. This is one reason many expats prefer private insurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Uninsured individuals can still seek care in a public hospital, but they will have to pay the full expense out of pocket.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read here to learn more about public health insurance, also known as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/universal-health-insurance-coverage-in-thailand.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thailand\u2019s Universal Health Insurance Programs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros of Using Public Health Insurance in Thailand<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More affordable than private insurance and than treatments performed in a private facility<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public insurance premiums often are paid directly out of your paycheck, so you don\u2019t need to worry about paying an extra bill<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most Thailand employees qualify for the government-organized public health insurance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical treatment is great because the physicians are highly skilled<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cons of Public Healthcare for Expats in Thailand<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher likelihood you will not have a doctor who speaks English, so you will need to speak Thai or bring someone to translate for you<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.co.th\/blog\/dual-pricing-at-thai-public-hospitals-and-the-implications-on-foreigners\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats pay more for medical care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in a public facility than Thai nationals pay<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are often long wait times, and you often can\u2019t make an appointment until you\u2019ve had an initial walk-in visit to establish with your provider<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may need to arrive at the clinic between 6 and 7 a.m. to see a doctor on the same day without an appointment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The waiting areas are overly crowded, and this means you\u2019ll only get a short visit with the physician<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most public hospitals have many beds in a room, so you won\u2019t get a private space<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public hospitals don\u2019t have access to the type of technology in private centers, and even more so in rural areas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public mental health institutions are often overcrowded as well<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you lose your job, you\u2019ll no longer have free healthcare<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment is only covered at the hospital you are assigned to<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May have multiple physicians if you\u2019re treated over several days (this is because most doctors in Thailand work in multiple locations in a week and switch between clinics\/hospitals)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why Expats Choose Private Insurance in Thailand<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private health insurance in Thailand is significantly more affordable than in the United States or other Western and Asian countries. Private insurance is bought from a private insurance company, and it usually includes more comprehensive preventative and emergency coverage plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private hospitals are seen as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/asia\/thailand-health-insurance\/#:~:text=These%20hospitals%20attract%20scores%20of%20medical%20tourists%20each%20year.%20They%20are%20generally%20seen%20as%20providing%20more%20value%20for%20money%20than%20hospitals%20of%20comparable%20standards%20in%20Western%20countries.%C2%A0\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">providing more value for their money<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than comparable facilities in Western countries. Expats moving to Thailand most often prefer to use these private facilities, and so that is why they purchase private insurance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Private health insurance often provides <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/asia\/thailand-health-insurance\/#:~:text=Thailand%20International%20Insurance%20%2D%20Plans%20and%20Coverage%C2%A0\"><b>coverage for the following scenarios<\/b><\/a><b>:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospitalization<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inpatient and day-patient treatments<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">COVID-19 treatments and tests<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Virtual doctor services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ambulance and emergency services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Medical evacuation and repatriation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outpatient treatments and visits<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maternity care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cancer treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgeries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency dental and optical treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is vital you know exactly what is in your plan before you purchase it. Read the fine print to understand which scenarios and conditions are covered and which are excluded.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advantages of Private Health Insurance in Thailand<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Much shorter wait times<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can get treated quickly, even without an appointment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Access to newer medical equipment, including more than sufficient supplies for acute injuries and illnesses<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Multiple multilingual staff members in most facilities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Interpreter services are more readily available<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can get private hospital rooms if admitted<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can get treatment in any public or private hospital<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private hospitals can resemble more of a 5-star hotel than a medical facility<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limitations of Private Insurance for Expats<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">May have multiple physicians if you\u2019re treated over several days (this is because most doctors in Thailand work in multiple locations in a week and switch between clinics\/hospitals)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Almost always more expensive than public healthcare (though still a fraction of what most expats are used to paying in their home country)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a variety of different <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">private health insurance plans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> expats in Thailand can choose from.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Example Premiums for Thailand Private Health Insurance Plans<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-21877 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wat-kaeo-korawaram-temple-with-ornate-architecture-in-thailand.webp\" alt=\"Image of Wat Kaeo Korawaram Temple With Ornate Architecture In Thailand with text overlay of &quot;Example Premiums for Thailand Private Health Insurance Plans&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wat-kaeo-korawaram-temple-with-ornate-architecture-in-thailand.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wat-kaeo-korawaram-temple-with-ornate-architecture-in-thailand-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wat-kaeo-korawaram-temple-with-ornate-architecture-in-thailand-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wat-kaeo-korawaram-temple-with-ornate-architecture-in-thailand-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/wat-kaeo-korawaram-temple-with-ornate-architecture-in-thailand-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A private health insurance quote sample for a 55-year-old male who plans to live in Thailand for over a year ranges from USD $35 &#8211; $89 a month. These premiums depend on the deductible, total coverage selected, and types of benefits covered.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few examples of private insurance plans available for a plan that includes inpatient, outpatient, emergency evacuation, and emergency repatriation coverage:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Cross: <\/span><b>USD $35\/month premium<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a $300,000 deductible for an annual limit of $24,180 per condition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Cross: <\/span><b>USD $39\/month premium<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a $0 deductible for an annual limit of $7,340 per condition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Cross: <\/span><b>USD $67\/month premium<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a $40,000 deductible for an annual limit of $37,000 per condition<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thaivivat: <\/span><b>USD $39\/month premium<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a $0 deductible for an annual limit of $7,340 per condition, with additional coverage for maternity and dental care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AXA: <\/span><b>USD $89\/month premium<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a $100,000 deductible for an annual limit of $295,000 (excludes emergency evacuation and repatriation coverage)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are hundreds of potential plans you can sort through with a wide variety of customizable benefits. We gathered these estimates from our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">free insurance quote generator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We highly recommend you plug in your own criteria and needs so you can compare a number of insurance providers side by side with the basic summary of their plans. It is difficult to find a generator that makes it this easy to compare between providers, and we are happy to share the resource!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have questions about how to use the generator, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/online-quotation-tool-tutorial\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">watch this tutorial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reach out to us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. We are happy to help!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much does private insurance cost in Thailand?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private insurance in Thailand can cost as low as USD $35 a month for a 55-year-old man. The exact premium can change depending on your deductible, total amount covered, pre-existing conditions coverage, and which plan you select. Use an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">insurance quote generator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get an exact estimate.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do expats get private insurance in Thailand?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The majority of expats in Thailand get private insurance because it provides coverage for private hospitals (which most expats prefer to use as they are comparable to Western hospitals in quality). About 65% of hospitals in Thailand are privately owned and run.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do expats in Thailand get public insurance?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats living in Thailand who are employed can participate in the universal healthcare programs that provide free healthcare (as long as they enroll in the social security scheme). However, most expats find that public insurance alone is not sufficient for their healthcare expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-72' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-72-new.css?v1.47' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-72-link CompareNowbutton\">\n        <div class=\"inserter-72-new\">\n            <h3>Start by Comparing <br>Insurance Plans Online<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/desktop.png\" alt=\" \">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n                <p>Browse and Compare 50,000+ <br>International Health Plans<\/p>\n                <button>Compare NOW<\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Purchasing private health insurance provides expats in Thailand access and coverage to superior facilities and emergency equipment than they would get in public facilities. Private health insurance is also much more affordable than healthcare fees in Western countries and the rest of Asia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is why medical tourism to Thailand has become such a booming phenomenon. Tourists travel to Thailand for the sole purpose of seeking medical treatment there. If that doesn\u2019t tell you how high-quality private healthcare is in Thailand, then nothing else will.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you\u2019re ready to compare insurance quotes for Thailand, use our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">free insurance quote generator<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to get cost estimates without any need to commit. Please <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reach out to us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with any questions that you have, and we will clear things up with our expert advice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats will be interested to learn the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-thailand.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Places to Live in Thailand<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as they plan their travels. You may also want to consider the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-europe.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Places to Live in Europe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-asia.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Places to Live in Asia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Further Reading:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/thailand-insurance-needed-how-to-buy-insurance-in-thailand.html\"><b>How to Buy Insurance in Thailand<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/thailand-insurance-needed-how-to-choose-insurance-broker.html\"><b>How to Choose an Insurance Broker in Thailand<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/living-abroad-in-asia.html\"><b>Living Abroad in Asia<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/living-abroad-in-europe.html\"><b>Living Abroad in Europe<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Expats in Thailand should strongly consider private health insurance to access the country\u2019s top private hospitals, shorter wait times, and a higher standard of care. 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