Will government hospitals treat tourists for free in an emergency.

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David T.125 rep1
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If I get in a scooter accident will the public hospital demand a credit card.

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Sri Lanka features an incredible universal healthcare system. If you are rushed to a massive government hospital in a life threatening emergency they will absolutely provide trauma care surgery and stabilize you completely free of charge regardless of your nationality.

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Nuwan D.8930 rep1

Once you are medically stable it is universally highly recommended to instantly transfer to a premium private facility in Colombo where your travel insurance will cover the cost of a comfortable private recovery room.

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Amali K.6590 rep1

However government hospitals are vastly overcrowded drastically underfunded and completely lack the private air conditioned rooms and comfortable amenities tourists expect.

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