{"id":18210,"date":"2026-01-22T22:53:08","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T14:53:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=18210"},"modified":"2026-01-23T16:21:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T08:21:07","slug":"hospitals-in-guatemala","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/hospitals-in-guatemala.html","title":{"rendered":"Best Hospitals in Guatemala for Expats and Tourists"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various private and public hospitals in Guatemala available for expats to use, with international hospitals being the best choice for foreigners. These hospitals can vary in quality and services offered depending on where they are located.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you planning on visiting Guatemala soon? Do you want to learn more about the hospitals in your destination? This guide from Pacific Prime will help you understand what you can expect from Guatemala hospitals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will explain the quality of care in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guatemalan hospitals<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the difference between public and private hospitals, and share a list of the most recommended hospitals for expats. Keep reading to learn more<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> about healthcare in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/americas\/guatemala-health-insurance-pacific-prime-international\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guatemala!<\/span><\/a><\/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><b>Hospitals Available for Expats and Visitors in Guatemala\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-28023 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-cayala-shopping-district-with-modern-european-style-architecture-in-guatemala-city.webp\" alt=\"Image of Paseo Cayal\u00e1 Shopping District With Modern European-style Architecture In Guatemala City with text overlay of &quot;Hospitals Available for Expats and Visitors in Guatemala&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-cayala-shopping-district-with-modern-european-style-architecture-in-guatemala-city.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-cayala-shopping-district-with-modern-european-style-architecture-in-guatemala-city-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-cayala-shopping-district-with-modern-european-style-architecture-in-guatemala-city-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-cayala-shopping-district-with-modern-european-style-architecture-in-guatemala-city-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-cayala-shopping-district-with-modern-european-style-architecture-in-guatemala-city-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hospitals available for expats, visitors, and locals in Guatemala are split into three separate divisions: public, private nonprofit, and private<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for-profit.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The public healthcare division is overseen by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mspas.gob.gt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guatemala\u2019s Ministry of Health<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The public healthcare system covers most of the country\u2019s population, and most citizens use public healthcare facilities. Private healthcare is an option for those who can afford the cost and may desire the attractive benefits that come with choosing private healthcare.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What is the Quality of Care in Guatemala Hospitals?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The quality of care in Guatemala Hospitals varies depending on location and whether the hospital is private or public. Public hospitals tend to be overcrowded and understaffed, especially in rural areas. Private hospitals can have more resources and multilingual doctors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is not a very high focus on primary care in the public sector of healthcare in Guatemala, with most doctors focusing on treatments instead of preventative care. As a result, expats may have a harder time finding quality primary care in the country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>List of Guatemalan Hospitals for Expats and Foreigners\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The list of various public and private hospitals available for expats is:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Hospital Esperanza<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hours: Open 24\/7<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hospitalesperanza.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/hospitalesperanza.com\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone: +502 2415 9000<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address: 6 Avenida 7-49, Cdad. de Guatemala 01010, Guatemala<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Hospital Herrera Llerandi<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hours: Open 24\/7<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.herrerallerandi.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.herrerallerandi.com\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">+502 2334 5955<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address:\u00a0 6A Avenida 8-71, Cdad. de Guatemala 01010, Guatemala<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Hospital \u00c1ngeles<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hours: Open 24\/7<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hospitalangeles.com.gt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/hospitalangeles.com.gt\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone: +502 2505 8100<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address: 2A Av. 14-74, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Hospital Santa Margarita<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hours: Open 24\/7<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hospitalsantamargaritagt.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/santamargaritahospital.com\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone: +502 2224 1500<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address: JFQM+975, 11 Calle 3-52, Cdad. de Guatemala 10001, Guatemala<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Nuestra Se\u00f1ora Del Pilar Hospital<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hours: Open 24\/7<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/elpilar.gt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/elpilar.gt\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone: +502 2279 5000<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address: 3A Calle 10-17, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>La Paz Hospital Center<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hours: Open 24\/7<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hospitaleslapaz.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.hospitaleslapaz.com\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone: +502 2218 4200<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address: 17 Avenida 28-01, Cdad. de Guatemala, Guatemala<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for <\/span><b>dental services in Guatemala,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> you can find them here:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Dental Design<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hours: Mon &#8211; Fri: 8:00 am &#8211; 5:00 pm; Sat: 8:00 am &#8211; 12:00 pm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Website: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dentaldesign.com.gt\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/dentaldesign.com.gt\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phone: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">+502 3065 3455<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address: Diagonal 6 12-42 Zona 10, Edificio Design Center, Torre II Oficina 1004, Guatemala City, Guatemala<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-3' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4632\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SEO-Baner-Family.jpg\" alt=\"Family health insurance banner\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Private and Public Healthcare Differences in Guatemala\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The main difference between the public healthcare and private healthcare sectors is the available equipment, facilities, staff, and wait times. Guatemala is a poorer country in Central America, and the government doesn\u2019t allocate much spending to its healthcare.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This means that public healthcare facilities can suffer from outdated equipment, longer wait times, and short-staffing issues. The private healthcare sector offers more options for locals and expats alike in Guatemala, but at a higher cost.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re going to be living in Guatemala, having a private health insurance plan with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/health-insurance-plans\/international-health-insurance-plan\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">international coverage<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can give you the benefit of accessing higher-quality private healthcare services<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Can Expats Get Free Healthcare in Guatemala?\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only citizens of Guatemala can access the free public healthcare insurance, but visitors may be able to receive free healthcare services if their medical issue is deemed severe enough. In most circumstances, expats will be expected to pay for their medical care.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because the public healthcare sector is so underfunded, many healthcare services are outsourced to private healthcare facilities. If you\u2019d like to have coverage for your private medical care, purchasing a private international health insurance policy is the right choice for you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Top Health Insurance Plans for Expats in Guatemala\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The top health insurance plans for expats in Guatemala are from leading international health insurers, including <\/span><b>Cigna<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>AXA<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>Bupa Global,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Allianz Care<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each of these providers offers comprehensive and unique health insurance policies to fit every budget and lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will share brief overviews of these insurers and their plans below.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cigna Global\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-cigna\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the largest international health insurance providers, with a broad global network of 1.65 million hospitals, doctors, and clinics. Cigna offers expats in Guatemala their Close Care, Silver, Gold, and Platinum plans.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cigna\u2019s health insurance plans offer comprehensive coverage for inpatient and outpatient services and more. Close Care offers more affordable coverage with a more limited benefit range. Common benefits include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inpatient and day patient coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full cancer care\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Newborn care coverage (except Close Care)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Private hospital rooms (semi-private room for Close Care)\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hospital stays and treatments\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>AXA\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/insurer-axa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AXA<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> provides expats in Guatemala with its health insurance plans in five coverage tiers: Foundation, Standard, Comprehensive, Prestige, and Prestige Plus. Each of these plans includes comprehensive inpatient coverage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annual limits range across the five plans, from USD <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$400,000 to $8,000,000. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exact coverage benefits will vary from plan to plan.\u00a0 The core benefits included in all five plans are:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inpatient hospital charges and surgeries<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency care<\/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;\">Wide range of cancer treatments<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ambulance transport<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CT, PET, and MRI scans<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-7' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SEO-Baner-04_updated-1.jpg\" alt=\"Health insurance quote banner\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Bupa Global<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/bupa\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bupa Global<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers international health insurance coverage for expats in Guatemala with their four plans: Major Medical, Select, Premier, and Elite. Their most affordable plan provides an annual benefit limit of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">GBP 1,000,000 (~USD $1,339,000).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their plans and coverage details may vary by region, so ask your insurance broker for more information. Below, we have compiled a short list of the coverage benefits offered by Bupa Global:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inpatient &amp; outpatient coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency evacuation and repatriation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maternity coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coverage for annual health checks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vaccination coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Allianz Care<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/allianz\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Allianz Care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers three plans for expats in Guatemala: Allianz Care Base, Allianz Care Enhanced, and Allianz Care Signature. These plans offer varying annual limits and coverage details, but all share comprehensive inpatient coverage, oncology, rehabilitation treatment, and medical evacuation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to their core Care plans, they also offer additional add-on plans, including outpatient and dental benefits, to further your coverage.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-79' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<!-- Blog Banner Stylesheet Import -->\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/css\/m-blog-banner-v2.css?ver5.2' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<style>\n@media (min-width: 1200px) {\n  div.banner-insurers-card-content-v2 ul {\n    margin-top: auto;\n    margin-bottom: auto;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n<!-- Blog Banner Stylesheet Import ends -->\n<!-- Blog Banner International - v2 -->\n<div class=\"banner-insurers-container-v2\">\n  <h3 class=\"banner-insurers-title-v2\">\n      Our Recommended International Health Insurance Plans\n  <\/h3>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\">\n    <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-v2\">\n      <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-image-v2\">\n        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"130\" height=\"130\"\n            src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/img\/logo-cigna.png\"\n            alt=\"Cigna\">\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-content-v2\">\n        <ul>\n          <li>Worldwide Coverage (excluding the US)<\/li>\n          <li>Access to Cigna's trusted global network of hospitals and doctors<\/li>\n          <li>4 Core Insurance Plans<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <button class=\"banner-insurers-card-button-v2 CompareNowbutton asiarecbutton\" onclick=\"window.location.href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog';\">\n          Get a Quote NOW\n        <\/button>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/a>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\">\n    <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-v2\">\n      <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-image-v2\">\n        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"bupa\" width=\"110\" height=\"110\"\n            src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/img\/logo-bupa.png\"\n            alt=\"Bupa\">\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"banner-insurers-card-content-v2\">\n        <ul>\n          <li>Lifetime Renewal Possibilities<\/li>\n          <li>24\/7 Medical Help via Global Virtual Care<\/li>\n          <li>Direct Billing Options<\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n        <button class=\"banner-insurers-card-button-v2 CompareNowbutton asiarecbutton\" onclick=\"window.location.href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog';\">\n          Get a Quote NOW\n        <\/button>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Top Health Insurance Plans for US Expats Living in Guatemala<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The top health insurance plans for US Citizens living in Guatemala are offered by<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Solutions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a leading international insurance provider. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BCBS Global Solutions<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers many attractive benefits designed particularly for US Citizens.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Solutions<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/insurers-and-partners\/blue-cross-blue-shield-global-solutions\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue Cross Blue Shield Global Solutions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers unlimited health coverage for expats through their Living Abroad &#8211; Worldwide Premier plan and Living Abroad &#8211; Outside the U.S. plan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Worldwide Premier plan comes with complete inside U.S. coverage, while the Outside U.S. plan offers limited U.S. coverage. These plans come with benefits like:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inpatient and outpatient coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Emergency evacuation and repatriation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accidental dental coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventative care<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rehabilitation and therapy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-existing conditions\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accidental death and dismemberment\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Healthcare Costs in Guatemala\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guatemala\u2019s public healthcare costs are generally low, but private healthcare costs can add up quickly. The cost for certain procedures can be higher than others, especially if they require specialized staff. Still, most costs are going to be significantly lower than in countries like the US.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-3' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4632\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/SEO-Baner-Family.jpg\" alt=\"Family health insurance banner\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Guatemala\u2019s Healthcare System\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guatemala&#8217;s healthcare system includes both private and public sectors and is overseen by various government agencies, including the Ministry of Health. The quality of care in the healthcare system varies, with the public sector providing unreliable care.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those who can afford it or are insured under private health insurance typically opt for private healthcare.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Differences in Hospitals in Rural and Urban Areas of Guatemala\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a vast difference in hospitals in rural Guatemala versus the urban areas. Rural hospitals are generally understaffed, with lower-quality and possibly outdated equipment. If you\u2019re looking for the best care for your medical needs, you should go to urban hospitals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is especially true for hospitals in Guatemala City. As the capital of the country, it offers the most current and up-to-date healthcare facilities for expats and locals alike.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Diseases Expats Should Be Aware of in Guatemala\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wwwnc.cdc.gov\/travel\/destinations\/traveler\/none\/guatemala\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a number of diseases<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that can affect expats in Guatemala, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/typhoid-fever-travel-advice.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typhoid Fever<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the Zika Virus, and Leptospirosis. These illnesses can be avoided by taking precautions like getting the Typhoid vaccine, avoiding mosquitoes through proper clothing and sprays, and avoiding dirty water.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Frequently Asked Questions:\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>How can expats find reputable hospitals in Guatemala?\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats can find reputable hospitals in Guatemala by asking for recommendations from other expats or their country\u2019s embassy or even contacting their international insurance provider if they have a policy. Searching online and reading reviews is another good way to find reputable hospitals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Do expats need health insurance to receive treatment at hospitals in Guatemala?\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats aren\u2019t required to have health insurance to receive treatment at Guatemalan hospitals, but having insurance coverage can help cover their treatments and lower their medical costs. This can be especially helpful in private international hospitals, which can be more expensive.\u00a0<\/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><b>Conclusion\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both public and private hospitals in Guatemala are available for expats, with international hospitals offering the best chance at multilingual staff. International health insurance can help you gain access to the best international hospitals in Guatemala and Central America.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pacific Prime can help you find the best international health insurance for your time abroad. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike an agent, our role as an insurance broker does not bind us to a specific insurer.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This means we can offer you free, unbiased advice and help compare insurance plans.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact us <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or call us toll-free at <a href=\"tel:+1-800-868-1451\">+1-800-868-1451<\/a>. If you\u2019d like to compare quotes from multiple insurance providers, use our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">free quote tool<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are various private and public hospitals in Guatemala available for expats to use, with international hospitals being the best choice for foreigners. These hospitals can vary in quality and services offered depending on where they are located.\u00a0 Are you planning on visiting Guatemala soon? 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