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Hospital Lusíadas Lisboa

Lisbon, Portugal

Last verified 2026-06-15

Hospital Lusíadas Lisboa is a leading JCI-accredited private hospital located in the Benfica district of Lisbon, operating under the Lusíadas Saúde group — one of Portugal's largest and most established private healthcare networks. Founded in 2001 and achieving Joint Commission International accreditation since 2013, the hospital delivers tertiary-level care across more than 40 clinical specialties, with particular strengths in oncology, cardiology, orthopedic surgery, neurology, and reproductive medicine. The facility houses a comprehensive cancer centre offering medical oncology, radiation therapy, and surgical oncology under one roof, alongside a dedicated cardiac catheterisation laboratory and a robotic-assisted surgery programme. An International Patients Unit provides multilingual coordination, insurance pre-authorisation, medical record translation, and logistical support for overseas patients and Portugal-based expats — including holders of the D7 Passive Income Visa and the former NHR tax regime who frequently seek private care in Lisbon. The hospital maintains direct billing arrangements with major international and Portuguese insurers, and procedure costs are notably lower than equivalent facilities in the United Kingdom or Northern Europe while meeting JCI quality benchmarks. Telemedicine consultations are available for pre-arrival assessments and post-discharge follow-up.

Details

JCI Accredited
Yes (since 2013)
Founded
2001
Intl. Patients/Year
18,000
Languages
Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Intl. Patient Services
Yes
Telemedicine
Available

Accreditations

JCIISO 9001

Common Procedure Costs

Indicative self-pay cost ranges in USD. Hospital pricing varies by complexity, room class, and specific surgeon. Always confirm a quote with the hospital's international patient services team before travelling.

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Indicative cost ranges in USD for common procedures at this hospital
ProcedureFrom (USD)To (USD)Notes
Total Hip Replacement$10,000$14,500Inclusive of implant, anaesthesia, and 3-night stay; UK equivalent £15,000–£20,000
Coronary Angioplasty (single stent)$8,500$12,500Drug-eluting stent; price varies with number of vessels treated
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy$3,500$5,500Day-surgery or 1-night stay; includes anaesthesia and post-op consultation

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Specialties

OncologyCardiologyOrthopedicsNeurologyGastroenterologyReproductive Medicine

Direct Billing Insurance

AXAAllianzBupaCignaMédisAdvanceCare

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