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Medical Cost Reality

"Bali belly for a few days" costs Rp 200k at a clinic. A scooter crash with a fractured tibia costs Rp 25m at an international hospital. A medevac to Singapore from a remote dive site costs USD 30,000–80,000. Travel insurance matters more than any other document in Bali — and most policies have a gap you didn't notice. This tool tells you the realistic cost for your scenario, your insurance gap, and where to go.

What this solves

Bali's medical scene has three tiers: local clinics (cheap, capable for simple things), Indonesian hospitals (BIMC, Siloam, Kasih Ibu — mid-priced, English-speaking, good for most scenarios), and international hospitals with evacuation ties (Bali International Medical Centre / BIMC, Siloam Hospitals Denpasar). Your scenario determines which tier fits, and your insurance determines whether you pay anything out of pocket. Most travel policies exclude scooter riding without a motorbike licence — that's the gap to check.

Who it's for. First-time Bali visitors buying travel insurance, long-stay nomads with KITAS cover, anyone who has wondered what "Rp 25m out of pocket" actually means in a Bali hospital.

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FAQ

Is BIMC the best hospital in Bali?

For tourists, yes. BIMC (Kuta / Nusa Dua) and Siloam Hospitals (Denpasar) are the two main international-grade hospitals. Both have 24h ER, English-speaking staff, and direct billing to most travel insurances. Kasih Ibu (Denpasar) and Sanglah (the public hospital) are cheaper but with longer waits and less English.

What if I crash without a motorbike licence?

Travel insurance almost always excludes unlicensed riding — the exclusion is a single line in the fine print. The hospital will still treat you, but you pay out of pocket (Rp 8–30m for fracture care, Rp 30m+ for surgery / ICU). The at-fault party's liability can land on you fully. Get a valid IDP / SIM C before riding.

Does KITAS cover me?

KITAS holders are typically enrolled in BPJS Kesehatan (national insurance) which covers Indonesian-public-hospital care at low cost. Coverage is at Sanglah, Kasih Ibu, and other partner hospitals. International hospitals (BIMC, Siloam) accept BPJS only for some procedures and require co-pay. A separate travel insurance is recommended for the international tier.

What should I bring to the hospital?

Passport, insurance card / policy number, a list of current medications, emergency contact in your home country, and a credit card with at least Rp 30m available (the deposit international hospitals ask for). For scooter crashes, also bring the bike rental agreement and a copy of your licence — the insurer will ask.

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