World-Class Care and Travel Discounts for Out-of-Town Patients

Scripps care and services for patients away from home

View of La Jolla beach, representing one of the beautiful locations that out-of-town patients can enjoy while receiving care at Scripps.

Scripps care and services for patients away from home

People from all over California and across the country come to San Diego to receive care at Scripps. No matter where you are traveling from, we are pleased to provide information, treatment coordination and local assistance for patients who are visiting our hospitals or clinics from outside of San Diego. 


With a mild year-round climate and plenty of sunshine, the beautiful coastal city of San Diego offers a wonderful healing environment. Our team is ready to assist with both medical and non-medical services to help make your stay in San Diego as convenient and comfortable as possible.  


Traveling to Scripps from outside of the US? Learn about our services for international patients.


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Services for traveling patients

We understand the challenges of receiving medical care away from home. Learn how we can help you, every step of the way. From researching your options to arranging for follow-up medical care back home, we can help you with:


Your medical records and forms

When you schedule your first appointment with a Scripps physician, please confirm the records and forms you will need to bring. If you do not have them, your treatment may be delayed. 

World-class specialty care

World-class specialty care

Named one of the nation's best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, Scripps is a leader in specialty care, including:



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