X-Ray Cost Greece 2024
Complete guide to X-ray pricing and healthcare in Greece
Free
ESY Public System
€20
Without Coverage
€50
Private Dental X-ray
Greece X-Ray Costs Overview
🏥 ESY Public System
Free
- With EHIC or AMKA
- Universal coverage
- All residents and EU citizens
- Even expats included
🏥 Without Coverage
€20
- Public facility charge
- Consultation + X-ray
- Still very affordable
- Emergency care available
🩺 Private Clinics
€30-€210/month
- Dental X-ray: €50
- Lower than US prices
- Optional insurance plans
- Premium care available
Greek Healthcare System
ESY Public System
- Ethniko Systima Ygeias: National Health System
- Free healthcare: Citizens, residents, EU citizens
- AMKA number: Social security registration
- Comprehensive coverage: All medical services
- Emergency care: Always available to all
Insurance Options
- EFKA/IKA: Public insurance through employment
- EHIC coverage: EU citizens fully covered
- Private insurance: €30-€210 monthly
- Supplementary plans: For private care
- Mixed system: Public and private options
Coverage Details
- Free services: IKA-approved practitioners
- Prescription fees: Small co-payment required
- Private excluded: IKA doesn't cover private
- Blood tests/X-rays: Lower cost than US
- Quality care: Well-trained professionals
Detailed X-Ray Pricing
Estimated Costs (EUR)
| X-Ray Type | ESY Public | Without Coverage | Private Clinic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chest X-Ray | Free | €20 | €40-€60 |
| Bone/Joint X-Ray | Free | €20 | €45-€70 |
| Dental X-Ray | Limited coverage | €20-€30 | €50 |
| Spine X-Ray | Free | €20 | €50-€80 |
| Abdominal X-Ray | Free | €20 | €45-€75 |
| Emergency X-Ray | Free | Free | N/A |
Note: €20 charge includes consultation and X-ray service. Emergency care is always free.
Major Healthcare Providers
🏥 Public Hospitals
- Evangelismos Hospital: Athens major hospital
- Attikon University Hospital: Teaching hospital
- Laiko General Hospital: Athens public hospital
- AHEPA Hospital: Thessaloniki
- Hippokration Hospital: Major public facility
🏥 Private Hospitals
- Athens Medical Center: Premium private care
- Hygeia Hospital: Major private network
- Metropolitan Hospital: Athens private
- Mitera Hospital: Specialized care
- Euroclinic: International standards
🏥 Island Healthcare
- Health centers: On all inhabited islands
- Basic services: Emergency and primary care
- Air ambulance: For serious cases
- Tourist clinics: Private options available
- Seasonal staff: Summer reinforcements
Patient Guide by Category
🇬🇷 Greek Residents
- AMKA number provides full access
- Register with EFKA for employment insurance
- Free X-rays at ESY facilities
- Private insurance optional supplement
- Choose public or private providers
Tip: Keep your AMKA number handy - it's your key to free healthcare services throughout Greece.
🇪🇺 EU Citizens
- EHIC provides full coverage
- Same access as Greek citizens
- Free X-rays with EHIC card
- Private care not covered by EHIC
- Register for AMKA if staying long-term
Tip: Always carry your EHIC - it guarantees free public healthcare including X-rays in Greece.
✈️ International Tourists
- Emergency care available to all
- €20 for non-emergency X-rays
- Private insurance recommended
- Tourist areas have English-speaking doctors
- Very affordable compared to US/UK
Tip: Even without insurance, Greek healthcare is very affordable - €20 for consultation and X-ray.
Regional Healthcare Information
🏛️ Athens & Attica
- Best infrastructure: Major hospitals concentrated here
- Private options: Extensive private healthcare
- International clinics: English widely spoken
- 24/7 services: Round-the-clock care
- Medical tourism: Popular destination
🏰 Thessaloniki & North
- Second city: Excellent healthcare facilities
- University hospitals: AHEPA, Hippokration
- Lower costs: Than Athens
- Regional hub: Serves northern Greece
- Good access: Public and private options
🏝️ Greek Islands
- Health centers: Basic care on all islands
- Larger islands: Hospitals on Crete, Rhodes
- Tourist season: Enhanced medical services
- Helicopter evacuation: For emergencies
- Private clinics: In tourist areas
Important Information
📋 What to Bring
- AMKA number or EHIC card
- Passport or ID card
- Insurance documentation
- Previous medical records
- Cash for private care
- Prescription list if applicable
⏰ Typical Wait Times
- Emergency X-rays: Immediate
- Public routine: Same day to 1 week
- Private clinics: Same day
- Island facilities: May be longer
- Results: Usually same day
💡 Money-Saving Tips
- Use ESY public system - it's free
- Get AMKA if staying long-term
- EU citizens must bring EHIC
- Compare private clinic prices
- Even without insurance, costs are low
Frequently Asked Questions
Can tourists get free X-rays in Greece?
Emergency X-rays are free for everyone. Non-emergency X-rays cost €20 without coverage. EU citizens with EHIC get free X-rays.
What is AMKA and how do I get it?
AMKA is your social security number in Greece. Register at a KEP (Citizens Service Center) with your passport and proof of residence.
Does private insurance cover public hospital X-rays?
Private insurance typically covers private facilities. Public hospital X-rays are already free with AMKA or EHIC, so insurance isn't needed.
How good is Greek healthcare quality?
Greek healthcare quality is generally good, especially in major cities. Many doctors trained internationally and speak English.
Are X-rays available on Greek islands?
Basic X-ray services are available at health centers on inhabited islands. Complex cases may require transfer to mainland hospitals.
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