Emergency medical treatment costs in popular holiday hotspots have soared by more than a fifth in the past four years. Latest research has shown that basic treatment for minor conditions costs the most in popular destinations such as Spain, France and Portugal.
According to Admiral Travel Insurance medical costs have risen because of soaring inflation across Europe and private clinics increasing charges after the Covid-19 pandemic. The insurer is now urging holidaymakers to make sure they possess sufficient medical cover and not relying solely on the free European Health Insurance Card (Ehic) or the new UK Global Healthcare Insurance Card (Ghic).
Admiral's research shows treatment for a broken leg costs an average of nearly £2,500, while being repatriated to the UK could cost £6,000. Emergency bypass surgery caused by a heart attack in Spain result in a bill of £38,000 for a holidaymaker in Spain.
