Complete health insurance coverage from Madrid to the Canary Islands. Sanitas operates Spain's most extensive private network with 58,000+ doctors and 300+ hospitals across all 17 autonomous communities and 50 provinces.
Sanitas is Spain's largest private health insurer with continuous coverage across all 17 autonomous communities, 50 provinces, and over 8,000 municipalities. Whether you live in Madrid's business district, Barcelona's Gothic Quarter, a small village in Andalusia, or on the Balearic Islands, Sanitas ensures you have local healthcare access.
The insurer maintains the densest network in major metropolitan areas where demand is highest, but ensures continuous coverage nationwide. This means you benefit from more specialist options and shorter appointment wait times in big cities, while smaller towns and rural areas still enjoy full primary care coverage through partner doctors and regional hospitals.
One of Sanitas's key advantages is flexibility. Your policy doesn't restrict you to a single region. You're covered nationwide from day one, making it ideal for expats who plan to move within Spain, travel frequently, or divide time between multiple cities.
Sanitas has established robust networks in key regions across Spain. Click any region below to learn more about local coverage details, network strength, and available specialists.
The strongest Sanitas network in Spain with thousands of doctors, multiple Sanitas-owned hospitals, and extensive specialist options. English-speaking staff widely available. Fastest appointment availability.
Large metropolitan network with both Sanitas facilities and partner hospitals. All specialties well-represented. Growing English-speaking staff for international patients.
Extensive network driven by large expat population. English-speaking doctors common. Modern facilities with fast emergency access. Popular for British and Northern European expats.
Strong coverage across the entire Costa Blanca region. Sanitas has dedicated facilities in Alicante, Benidorm, and Torrevieja. Good English-language support in tourist and expat areas.
Major city with strong Sanitas presence. Full range of primary and specialist care available. Modern hospital facilities and comprehensive network.
Wide coverage across southern Spain's largest region. Seville benefits from city-level network density. Good coverage throughout Córdoba, Jaén, and Granada provinces.
Strong healthcare infrastructure in northern Spain. Bilbao is a major Sanitas hub with excellent hospital network. Good specialist availability and modern facilities.
Full Sanitas coverage on Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, and Formentera. Local doctors and hospitals on all islands. Rare procedures facilitated to mainland at no extra cost.
Comprehensive coverage across Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, and smaller islands. Island-based primary care with mainland referral pathways for specialized treatment.
Good primary and specialist care coverage throughout the region. Growing healthcare infrastructure with modern facilities in Murcia city and surrounding areas.
Sanitas has invested heavily in regions with large expat populations. Areas like the Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Madrid, and Barcelona have the densest networks because they attract international residents who demand English-speaking doctors, modern facilities, and quick appointment access.
If you're relocating to Spain as an expat, you'll find the strongest healthcare infrastructure in these popular areas. British, German, Dutch, and Scandinavian expats have established communities here, driving demand for international-standard healthcare. Sanitas responded by building exceptional networks in these regions.
Even if you choose to settle in a smaller town or less touristy region, Sanitas still provides full coverage. You simply may have slightly fewer specialist options locally and might need to travel to a regional center for rare procedures.
Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Madrid, Barcelona. These regions benefit from dense networks, English-speaking staff, and rapid appointment scheduling. Perfect for international residents new to Spain.
Valencia, Seville, Bilbao, Málaga. Good networks with most specialties available. Less English-speaking staff than major expat hubs, but still excellent healthcare quality.
Full primary care coverage with local doctors. Specialists available in regional centers. Travel required for rare procedures, but all basic and emergency care is local.
Extensive choice with multiple doctors in every specialty. Same-day or next-day appointments common. Sanitas-owned hospitals plus extensive partner network. Maximum English-speaking staff. Dental, vision, and ancillary services widely available.
Local Sanitas doctors for primary care with reasonable appointment availability. Most common specialists available locally (cardiology, orthopedics, dermatology). More specialized procedures may require travel to regional center (30-60 minutes).
Primary care through local partner doctors. Hospital access available in the nearest regional center. Specialists require travel, but Sanitas covers these referrals and transport costs. Emergency care available 24/7 via regional hospital network.
Before buying Sanitas insurance, you probably want to confirm that your specific city or neighborhood has good coverage. Here are the easiest ways to check.
Sanitas's Blua app is your best resource. Search any city, neighborhood, or medical specialty to see available doctors and hospitals. Filter by language, distance, and appointment availability. The app shows real-time data on the entire Sanitas network in your area.
The "cuadro médico" (medical directory) is the official list of all Sanitas doctors and hospitals. Available on Sanitas's website and in the Blua app. Searchable by region, city, specialty, and language. Updated regularly.
We're authorized Sanitas agents who know the coverage in every Spanish region intimately. Call us with your address or city, and we'll confirm exactly what Sanitas coverage looks like for you. Free, no-obligation advice in English.
One of Sanitas's biggest advantages is nationwide coverage regardless of where you're registered. This means you're protected anywhere in Spain, not just your home city. Whether you're traveling for work, visiting friends, or on holiday, you maintain full coverage.
If you have a medical emergency in any part of Spain, you can visit any Sanitas-affiliated hospital or emergency room. Simply present your Sanitas card. No prior authorization needed for emergency treatment. Sanitas covers emergency care regardless of location.
Routine care while traveling is also covered. You can visit a Sanitas doctor in any region, schedule appointments, and receive treatment just like you're at home. No notification required. The entire national network is accessible to you at all times.
Traveling to other EU/EEA countries? Your European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) provides emergency coverage. For broader international travel, Sanitas offers optional travel insurance that covers emergency medical care and repatriation worldwide.
Choosing health insurance with comprehensive national coverage is a strategic decision that affects your long-term healthcare security in Spain. As your Sanitas Exclusive Agent, we emphasize that selecting a plan limited to one region or city significantly constrains your options and creates potential gaps in care. With Sanitas's complete coverage across all 17 autonomous regions, you're guaranteed access to medical services regardless of where life takes you in Spain.
The practical benefits of nationwide Sanitas coverage extend beyond simple convenience. If you develop a medical condition requiring a specialist, you have access to top specialists in every major city rather than being limited to whoever happens to practice near you. For conditions like cardiology, oncology, or complex surgery, this means you can choose from Spain's best specialists without geographic restrictions that other insurance plans impose.
Sanitas also maintains partnerships with Spain's most prestigious hospital chains across all regions including HM Hospitals, Teknon Medical Center, QuirónSalud, and USP Hospitals. These hospital networks are distributed throughout Spain so you always have access to modern facilities with specialized departments. This network redundancy ensures that if one facility is overbooked, you have alternatives nearby rather than being placed on month-long waiting lists.
The Sanitas coverage guarantee also includes Blua telemedicine services available in every region. If you're in a rural area with limited specialist availability, Blua connects you with English-speaking doctors via video consultation within hours rather than days. This fills the gap in regions where in-person specialist visits might require travel to a major city. For routine concerns, prescriptions, and follow-up consultations, Blua provides efficient care that costs less than office visits.
Have questions about Sanitas coverage in your specific area? We've answered the most common questions below.
Sanitas continues expanding its network year after year. New doctors, specialists, and facilities are regularly added, especially in growing regions and expat communities. This means if you buy Sanitas insurance today, your network access only gets better over time.
The insurer has strategic growth plans in emerging expat destinations and fast-growing towns. If you live in a rural area or smaller town, there's a good chance the local Sanitas network will grow during your policy period. Check the Blua app annually to see updates to your local network.
Sanitas also invests heavily in digital infrastructure, meaning access to telemedicine, online consultations, and app-based services continues improving. More doctors are adopting digital appointment systems, prescription delivery, and virtual consultations, making healthcare increasingly accessible regardless of where you live in Spain.
Authorized Sanitas agents providing free, expert guidance on coverage in your specific area.