Emergency Room in Naples: Hospitals and Emergency Numbers

Topics Covered

Hospitals with Emergency Rooms: Cardarelli, Pellegrini, Loreto Mare, Santobono (pediatric)
Emergency numbers: 118 (health), 112 (single number), 113 (Police)
24-hour pharmaciesList of the main pharmacies open 24 hours a day
Health insurance: recommended for non-EU tourists, mandatory for Schengen visas
Embassies and consulates: in Rome and honorary consulates in Naples
SSI for touristsEuropean Health Insurance Card (EHIC) for EU citizens

When to call 112

112 (the Emergency Number) is the number to dial for any emergency. The operator evaluates and directs the call to the appropriate control center (Police, Carabinieri, 118, Fire Brigade). They speak Italian, English, French, and German.

How to behave in the emergency room

1. Show up at triage: a nurse assesses the severity of your case (color code)
Red – absolute emergency (life in danger)
Yellow – emergency (to be treated within 10-30 minutes)
Green – minor emergencies (to be treated within 60-120 minutes)
Bianco – non-urgent (to be treated after hours)

2. Documents to bring : identity document, European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) for EU citizens, travel insurance for non-EU citizens

3. Cost:
– EU citizens with EHIC: free for urgent and necessary services
– Extra-EU without insurance: payment according to code (from €25 to €70 (for visit + any services)
Ticket for white codes: €25 (if not hospitalized)

Health insurance

For EU citizens

With the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), you are entitled to essential medical care at the same cost as Italian citizens. Request one before departure from your local health authority (ASL) or national health insurance provider.

Coverage : Doctor visits, emergency rooms, hospitalizations. Does not cover : medical repatriation, scheduled treatments, or private treatments.

For non-EU citizens

The travel health insurance e:
Mandatory to apply for a Schengen visa (minimum coverage of €30.000)
Highly recommended even for those who do not need a visa
– It should cover: medical expenses, hospitalization, medical repatriation

Embassies and consulates

Embassies in Rome (for documents and assistance)

USA: Via Vittorio Veneto, 119a, Rome – Tel. 06 46741
UK: Via XX Settembre, 80a, Rome – Tel. 06 4220 0001
France: Piazza Farnese, 67, Rome – Tel. 06 686011
Germany: Via San Martino della Battaglia, 4, Rome – Tel. 06 492131
Spain: Borghese Palace, Largo Fontanella di Borghese, 19, Rome – Tel. 06 684 0811

Honorary consulates in Naples

For non-bureaucratic assistance and guidance:

France: Via Crispi, 86 – Tel. 081 240 1511
UK: telephone assistance (see gov.uk for up-to-date numbers)
USA: there is no consulate in NaplesThe Embassy in Rome is the sole point of reference for assistance to US citizens.
Spain: Via dei Mille, 25 – Tel. 081 414 115
Germany: Via Crispi, 86 – Tel. 081 240 1511 (German section)

FAQ

What to do in case of a medical emergency in Naples?
Call the 112 (emergency number). They speak English. If you can't speak, text them with your location and problem.

Are Neapolitan hospitals equipped for tourists?
Yes, the Cardarelli and Pellegrini They are modern hospitals with staff who speak basic English. For less common languages, an interpreter may be needed.

How much does an emergency room visit cost without insurance?
White Code: €25 of ticket + cost of services (exams, medications). Green code: up to € 50 100-Yellow and red codes: covered by the health service even for uninsured foreigners in the event of a genuine emergency.

Are EU tourists entitled to a GP?
No, the TEAM does not cover your GP. For non-urgent visits, please contact a GP. private doctor (cost € 50 100-) or a tourist clinic.

Are vaccinations required to visit Naples?
No, there are no mandatory vaccinations for Italy. Standard travel vaccines (tetanus, hepatitis A, and hepatitis B) are recommended.

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