Tourists Without Insurance at Ben Taub Hospital (Houston): Costs & Options

Ben Taub Hospital (Harris Health System) treats all patients regardless of insurance. However, uninsured tourists are billed at full charges, which are higher than insured rates.

Cost-Reduction Strategies

1. Purchase travel insurance before your trip covering medical emergencies.
2. Ask about cash-pay discounts or financial assistance programs.
3. Negotiate the bill – hospitals may reduce charges for self-pay patients.

Inquire about costs before treatment when possible, and ensure you have a payment plan.