Medical Equipment Rental for Tourists and Expats in Costa Rica

Costa Rica welcomes thousands of tourists and expats every year with medical conditions that require equipment during their stay: supplemental oxygen, a wheelchair for long trips, a post-op hospital bed, or nursing support. Hospital Express specializes in short-term rentals with bilingual coordination so your trip or stay is safe and comfortable.

Most-requested equipment by tourists

1. Oxygen concentrator

For visitors with COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, post-COVID lung issues, or cardiac conditions needing oxygen therapy. Available as stationary (5L, 10L) and portable battery-powered units for excursions.

If you arrive by plane and need oxygen from day one, coordinate in advance: we deliver to hotels, Airbnbs, and at airport pickup.

2. Wheelchair

• Standard 18" for daily use.
• Lightweight transit chair, ideal for national parks and city trips.
• Bariatric for visitors with significant overweight.

3. Walker

Folding model with wheels and brakes, easy to transport between destinations.

4. Hospital bed

For long stays in private accommodation, post-op patients from abroad recovering in Costa Rica, or medical tourism (cosmetic, dental, orthopedic surgeries at clinics in Escazú or Santa Ana).

5. Respiratory equipment

• CPAP/BiPAP for sleep apnea during travel.
• Nebulizer for asthma or respiratory crises.
• Portable oxygen tanks for excursions.

Where do we deliver?

Hospital Express delivers medical equipment in:

• San José and the Greater Metropolitan Area (same-day delivery).
• Juan Santamaría International Airport (Alajuela): we coordinate delivery to your hotel or pickup vehicle.
• Escazú, Santa Ana, Curridabat: areas with large expat populations and medical tourism.
• Heredia, Cartago: full GAM.
• Liberia, Guanacaste, Tamarindo, Jacó, Quepos, Manuel Antonio: coordinated via certified courier with advance notice.
• Limón, Puerto Viejo, Cahuita: pre-coordination required.

Bilingual coordination (English / Spanish)

Our coordination team operates in English and Spanish via:

• WhatsApp: instant responses for emergencies and quotes.
• Email: documentation, invoices, prescriptions.
• Call / video call: with your treating physician or coordinator in your home country.

If your international health insurance or local insurer requires specific invoicing, we can issue compatible formats.

Common use cases

Medical tourism (elective surgeries)

Patients traveling to Costa Rica for dental, cosmetic, or orthopedic surgery often need:

• Hospital bed during recovery at hotel or Airbnb.
• Wheelchair for the first days.
• Home nursing for wound care, drain or suture removal.
• House-call doctor for post-op check-ups.

Older adults visiting family

Extended visits by parents or grandparents with chronic conditions:

• Oxygen concentrator or tanks.
• Hospital bed for night rest.
• Walker or chair for excursions.

Resident expats

Year-round residents in Costa Rica can:

• Rent monthly with no long-term commitment.
• Coordinate continuous or hourly nursing.
• Access telemedicine with CR-licensed doctors for prescriptions or follow-ups.

Travel emergencies

If a relative falls ill during vacation:

• Same-day house-call medical care.
• Oxygen or respiratory equipment in under 4 hours (GAM).
• Coordination with international travel insurance.

Payment, invoicing, and insurance

• We accept international cards (Visa, Mastercard, AMEX).
• International bank transfer.
• Cash payment (USD or CRC).
• We issue Costa Rica electronic invoices.
• We coordinate directly with travel and international health insurance for reimbursements.

FAQ

Do you speak English? Yes — full English coordination via WhatsApp, email, and phone calls.

Can I get equipment delivered to my hotel or Airbnb? Yes. We deliver to private homes, hotels, hostels, Airbnbs, and recovery houses.

Do I need a prescription? For oxygen and CPAP/BiPAP yes. We can coordinate a Costa Rica-licensed doctor to issue one if you have your treating doctor's documentation from abroad.

What is the minimum rental term? One week for short-stay tourists. Daily rates available for very short visits (consult).

Can you coordinate medical care, not just equipment? Yes — house-call doctor, 24/7 nursing, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, and telemedicine.

Can I bundle equipment with medical services? Yes — we offer integrated packages: equipment + professional care with one provider and one point of contact.

How to request a rental

Before arrival (ideally 48-72 h ahead):

1. Message us on WhatsApp +506 8777-7361.
2. Indicate travel dates, destination, and required equipment / services.
3. Attach prescription if applicable.
4. We confirm availability, prices, and delivery point.
5. Coordinate delivery and contract signing (electronic signature available).

Hospital Express — serving tourists, expats, and residents in Costa Rica with bilingual coordination and 24/7 support.