Medicare Kórház, Budapest, Hungary
🏥 Presentation
Medicare Kórház, formerly Medicover Hospital Hungary, is a private hospital in Budapest opened in 2016 in the Vision Towers building at 29-31 Váci út. It has 60 single rooms and operates in orthopaedics, ENT, ophthalmology, urology, gynaecology and general surgery.[1]
Since April 2025, Medicover facilities in Hungary have been named Medicare[2]. The hospital occupies the first three levels of the east wing of Vision Towers[3] and includes an outpatient clinic, an operating theatre, an inpatient department and an imaging centre. The establishment advertises almost 40 specialities on its website[1].
Foreign patients come mainly for knee arthroscopy, cataract surgery, ENT procedures or imaging check-ups. Hungary is part of the European Union: a British citizen can enter with a valid passport, no visa is required for short stays.
💼 Areas of expertise
In orthopaedics, the hospital performs hip and knee replacements, knee arthroscopies (meniscus, cartilage, anterior cruciate ligament), shoulder and ankle arthroscopies, hand surgery (carpal tunnel, ganglion cysts, trigger finger) and foot surgery (hallux valgus, hammer toe)[4]. The ear, nose and throat (ENT) department operates on tonsils and adenoids[5].
The facility also performs general surgery, gynaecology, urology, ophthalmology and vascular surgery, including laser treatment for varicose veins[5]. The diagnostic centre offers magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (Siemens Somatom X.Cite scanner), mammography with tomosynthesis, ultrasound and a laboratory that processes more than 300 types of tests[6]. Gastrointestinal endoscopies (gastroscopy, colonoscopy) are also performed.
💶 Procedure prices
The hospital publishes a price list “from” in Hungarian forints, updated in January 2026[5]. The final amount depends on the assessment and the technique chosen.
| Procedure | Medicare Kórház price | Average price in the UK |
|---|---|---|
| Knee arthroscopy (meniscus) | From 549,000 Ft (approx. £1,350) | £3,000 – £5,500 |
| Tonsillectomy | From 499,000 Ft (approx. £1,250) | £2,500 – £4,500 |
| Cataract surgery | From 649,000 Ft (approx. £1,600) | £2,500 – £4,000 |
| Gastrointestinal endoscopy | £300 – £500 (indicative, quote only) | £1,000 – £2,500 |
| Full-body MRI | £200 – £350 (indicative, quote only) | £600 – £1,500 |
🧑⚕️ Medical team
The hospital’s website presents its practitioners by speciality: anaesthetists, gastroenterologists, orthopaedic traumatologists, ENT surgeons, ophthalmologists, urologists, gynaecologists and radiologists. Each profile indicates training, areas of expertise and languages spoken.
In orthopaedics, Dr Zsolt Császár, a graduate of Semmelweis University in Budapest, is a specialist in traumatology (2001), hand surgery (2005) and orthopaedics (2007). He spent five years in Swedish hospitals before joining the facility in 2018. He operates on the hand and foot and speaks English and Swedish[7].
Before any procedure, an anaesthesia consultation takes place at the hospital. Languages spoken vary from one doctor to another: English is common, French is not. Request an English-speaking doctor or an interpreter when you ask for a quote.
🎥 Presentation video
📸 Photos of the clinic
🧭 Your stay step by step
About one week before the operation, the patient attends a pre-operative consultation at the hospital, including an ECG, blood tests and chest X-ray. A case manager arranges appointments and arrival time[8]. For a patient coming from the UK, you should schedule these tests within your travel plans or ask the hospital if it accepts results carried out in the UK.
On the day of the operation, the patient arrives at 7 a.m. fasting. After the operation, they stay in an air-conditioned private room with bathroom, fridge and television[8].
✈️ Practical information
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is connected to the hospital by taxi or public transport. The hospital is open Monday to Friday from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. and can be reached on +36 1 465 3131[9].
By car, the entrance to the underground car park is at 6-8 Angyalföldi út; parking is free subject to availability. The hospital asks you to arrive 15 minutes before your appointment for paperwork[9].
🛏️ Rooms and services
The hospital advertises 60 inpatient beds in air-conditioned single rooms, each with bathroom, fridge and television[1]. It also offers a transport service for patients who need help getting there on the day of the operation[8].
Airport transfers, hotel accommodation and interpreting are not included in the services published by the hospital. Ask for written details of what the quote covers.
🏨 Hotels near the hospital
📅 Delays and duration
Appointment lead times depend on the speciality and the surgeon. The hospital communicates them with the quote. Allow at least one initial visit for the pre-operative assessment, about one week before the operation, unless you agree to have these tests done in the UK.
The length of stay varies according to the procedure: one day for an imaging exam or an endoscopy, a few days for surgery with hospitalisation. Ask the surgeon about the expected hospital stay and when you can fly again.
📊 Key facts
The data below comes from the hospital website and public sources[1][3][6][10].
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Current name | Medicare Kórház (formerly Medicover Hospital Hungary) |
| Opened | 2016 |
| Capacity | 60 beds, single rooms |
| Specialities advertised | Nearly 40 |
| Scanner | Siemens Somatom X.Cite |
| Certification | ISO 9001 (Medicare network) |
❓ FAQ
Has Medicover Hospital Hungary changed its name?
Yes. Since April 2025, Medicover facilities in Hungary have been named Medicare. The hospital is now called Medicare Kórház and remains at the same address, 29-31 Váci út in Budapest. The Medicare network is ISO 9001 certified.
Do doctors speak French at Medicover Budapest?
The hospital does not advertise French-speaking doctors. Many practitioners speak English, and each doctor’s profile on the website lists their languages. For a consultation in French, plan for an interpreter.
How do I get to Medicover Hospital from the airport?
From Ferenc Liszt Airport, take a taxi or public transport to Dózsa György út metro station (line M3). The hospital is in the Vision Towers building, opposite exit B of the underpass.
What are the waiting times for orthopaedic surgery?
The hospital does not publish an average waiting time. It depends on the surgeon and the procedure. The pre-operative assessment takes place about one week before the operation.
Do I need specific insurance to be treated in Hungary?
The European Health Insurance Card does not cover planned treatment in a private hospital. Before leaving, check with the NHS about prior authorisation for planned hospital care in the EU, and with your private insurance. Travel insurance remains useful for unexpected costs.
Which specialities are available at Medicover Budapest?
The hospital operates in general surgery, ENT, gynaecology, orthopaedics, hand surgery, urology, ophthalmology and vascular surgery. It also has an imaging centre (MRI, CT, mammography, ultrasound) and a laboratory.
Is post-operative follow-up included in the quote?
It depends on the procedure. Ask the hospital which follow-up consultations are included in the quote and arrange long-term follow-up with your GP in the UK.
📍 Location
Address: Váci út 29-31, Vision Towers, 1134 Budapest, Hungary
Access: metro M3, Dózsa György út station, or trolleybus 75 and 79. From the underpass, take exit B: the hospital entrance is opposite. By car, the entrance to the underground car park is at 6-8 Angyalföldi út[9].
🔗 Useful links
🔎 Other interesting articles
🔗 Dental surgery in Hungary – Complete Guide 2025
🔗 Dental implant price in Hungary – Budapest rates 2025
🔗 Dental crown price in Hungary – Price guide
🔗 All-On-4 in Hungary – Price and procedure in Budapest
🏁 Conclusion
Medicare Kórház, formerly Medicover Hospital Hungary, is a 60-bed private hospital located in northern Pest, next to metro M3. It is best suited to planned orthopaedic, ENT and ophthalmological surgery and imaging exams.
The hospital publishes its surgery prices online. However, French is not commonly spoken there and the pre-operative assessment must be done on site. Ask for a written quote that specifies the tests, hospital stay and included follow-up.
Medicare Kórház reviews
