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Actually they did direct me. I searched my area and quite a few came up. I selected that hospital because it says they handle all billing directly. Oh well I’ve got my receipts. 🤞
Update: thanks everyone who offered good advice and support. I ended up going to a nearby hospital in Pontevedra. Even though it says on my Allianz plan no payment required, they insisted I pay up front, 489€
I’m saving all documents and hope it’s. Or a fight to get reimbursed. Once I paid, they...
Thanks for that. I was also able to look up info on my phone but not sure if these are like urgent care or something for the locals only. Thanks though
Actually I was trying to understand the difference between Centro de salud and if anyone knows the equivalent of an urgent care here. Of course I will ask someone locally when it’s timely. I was in pain in the middle of the night asking for some clarity
After walking 5 hard days, slogging through rain and mud my leg was very sore and I took a rest day. Feeling better I left Tui Monday and by the end of the day can hardly walk. I can’t put any weight on it, just walking using my poles and taxis 🥲
I’m in Pontevedra and can’t sleep. I need to see...
I probably have everyone beat, leaving my house in 10 hours, my first flight LAXLHR is in 18 hours, then from there onto Portugal. Planning to start 5/14. Ultreia!
I second the recommendation of albergue a reboleira. I had stopped 12 years ago just for a break and it was so peaceful I dreamed of returning. On our bike Camino 2 years ago we stayed there. Would love to return. Make sure to try the homemade cheese!
I’m leaving in 11 days for my CP. I live in California and would not drink tap water unless it’s filtered however I remember drinking from plenty of fountains in Spain. Is it the same in Portugal or should I plan to just buy bottled water? TIA
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