Medical

Can travelers use medical insurance at Hospital 199 in Da Nang, and are there extra out-of-pocket fees?

Based on a recent traveler report, Hospital 199 in Da Nang accepted a patient under travel insurance and provided crutches, but an extra charge of about USD 30 came up afterward. It’s best to confirm with both your insurer and the hospital reception whether the treatment is fully approved before leaving.

2 sources · 17 days ago

Can you get prescription psychiatric medications (gabapentin, bupropion) in Vietnam without a prescription?

Prescription psychiatric medications in Vietnam are difficult to obtain — you typically need a local doctor's prescription. Foreign prescriptions are generally not accepted.

2 sources · 24 days ago

Can you use a foreign prescription to buy prescription medicine in Da Nang, or do you need a local doctor’s prescription?

Based on chat experience, it helps to have a prescription showing the active ingredient in Latin script when looking for medicine in Da Nang. If local pharmacies do not stock a suitable equivalent, some travelers bring their medication from home.

2 sources · 13 days ago

Do I need travel insurance in Vietnam and how much does it cost?

Travel insurance is strongly recommended in Vietnam, especially coverage for surgery and gastrointestinal illness. Surgery in neighboring Thailand runs $2,500–3,000; Vietnam is generally cheaper.

3 sources · 18 days ago

How much does a doctor visit cost at hospitals in Da Nang?

At 199 Hospital, a consultation costs 200,000–500,000 VND; with tests and meds, up to 1–1.5M VND. Family Hospital runs 300,000–700,000 VND for a visit, up to 2M VND with treatment.

1 source · 17 days ago

How much does dengue hospitalization cost in Da Nang, and can travel insurance still cover it if you buy it after diagnosis?

Based on chat reports, a rough benchmark for hospital admission in Da Nang is around 2.5 million VND, though Hospital 199 did not give a firm quote. Travelers were specifically looking for insurance that covers dengue and food poisoning, and buying a policy after diagnosis is generally unreliable for coverage.

1 source · 13 days ago

Is tap water safe to drink in Da Nang? Can you have ice in drinks?

Tap water in Da Nang is not recommended for drinking. Ice in drinks is a grey area — it melts into your drink, so it's a personal risk tolerance call.

1 source · 28 days ago

Where can international travelers get a full medical check-up and colonoscopy in Da Nang: Vinmec, Family Hospital, or 199 Hospital?

Based on chat recommendations, the main places suggested for a full health check in Da Nang are Vinmec and Family Hospital. Vinmec is considered one of the city’s best-equipped hospitals with English-speaking staff but higher prices, while 199 Hospital is seen as a potentially cheaper option, though no direct review was provided in these messages.

1 source · 8 days ago

Where can travelers buy sore throat medicine or Otipax ear drops in Da Nang?

These messages do not name a specific pharmacy, but travelers in Da Nang were looking for throat lozenges, local herbal remedies, and Otipax. The main takeaway is that Otipax may be hard to find in regular pharmacies, so travelers usually start with larger pharmacies and ask staff for an equivalent.

2 sources · 14 days ago

Where can travelers get dental treatment in Da Nang, especially at English-speaking dental clinics?

Travelers most often mentioned English-speaking clinics such as Australian Dental Clinic Danang, Minh An Dental Clinic, and Dr. Bao Dental Clinic. One person reported a good experience there for check-up and cleaning, but for more complex work like crowns, it was recommended to read reviews and get a consultation first.

5 sources · 6 days ago

Where to find a good dentist in Da Nang, especially near My Khe, for Airflow cleaning, fillings, and routine dental work — and how much does it cost?

These chat messages mainly ask for a good dental clinic in Da Nang, especially near My Khe, for Airflow cleaning and fillings. No confirmed clinic names or prices were given in the discussion, but the practical focus was on fillings, professional cleaning, and whitening.

3 sources · 14 days ago

Which hospitals and specialists to visit in Da Nang for kidney problems, anxiety/insomnia, or dermatology?

Da Nang has 24-hour hospitals for urgent issues like kidney problems or severe anxiety, as well as dermatology specialists. Ask expat communities for current doctor recommendations.

1 source · 18 days ago