Inter-hospital medical transfer in Rabat addresses a common need: moving a patient from one hospital to another for a specialised examination, surgery or transfer to a better-equipped department. This guide covers when a private transfer is warranted, the steps involved and what guarantees to expect.
When is an inter-hospital transfer necessary?
Several clinical situations require a move between facilities. A patient at CHU Ibn Sina may need an MRI only available at a private clinic. A patient admitted to Centre Hospitalier Souissi emergency may require transfer to the cardiology unit at Hôpital Militaire Mohammed V. It may also involve a return home after day surgery when the patient cannot travel independently.
Why choose a private ambulance?
A private ambulance transfer offers guaranteed scheduling, appropriate equipment (stretcher, oxygen, cardiac monitoring, electric syringe pump) and a qualified crew ensuring continuous observation throughout the journey.
Steps to organise a transfer
First obtain the hospital doctor’s approval with a transport order specifying the reason, medicalisation level and destination facility. Then contact SAMU Rabat by phone or WhatsApp. Our coordinator verifies vehicle compatibility and confirms the pickup time. On the day, the crew collects the patient from the ward and ensures safe transport to the receiving facility.
Equipment and medicalisation levels
SAMU Rabat offers two levels. Basic health transport suits stable patients needing a stretcher but no active medical monitoring. Medicalised transport is for patients on IV drips, oxygen or continuous monitoring. Both comply with current health regulations.
Coverage area and timelines
Our ambulances cover the full Rabat-Salé-Témara area and also handle long-distance transfers to other cities. For intra-urban transfers, pickup is within 30 minutes of confirmation. Scheduled transfers receive a guaranteed time slot.
Reimbursement
Medicalised transport prescribed by a hospital doctor is partially covered by AMO or CNSS. Keep the transport order, medical prescription and transport invoice to file your reimbursement claim. SAMU Rabat issues invoices compliant with health insurance requirements.
To arrange an inter-hospital transfer in Rabat, contact SAMU Rabat. See also our dedicated hospital transfer page for full details on our vehicles and commitments.