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How to request a medical appointment with your general practitioner in Santander (2026)

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Cost

Free

Free (National Health System)

Time at office

0 minutes (online or phone)

Estimated time

Appointment available in 1-3 business days for non-emergent cases

Quick summary

Guide for requesting an appointment with your general practitioner or family doctor in Santander, Cantabria. Online, by phone, and at the health center. SCS — Servicio Cántabro de Salud system in 2026.

Required documents

  • Health card (TSE or regional health card)

    Cantabria Health Card or European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) if you are from another EU country.

  • ID document (DNI, NIE or passport)

    Patient's identification document.

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: 2026

Step by step

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    Request appointment online via the SCS — Cantabrian Health Service portal

    Go to official site

    In Cantabria, appointments with your general practitioner are managed through SCS (Cantabrian Health Service). You can request an appointment online on the SCS Cántabro portal, call 942 20 79 00 or go to the reception desk of your Health Center. SCS has centers in Santander and across all municipalities in Cantabria.

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    Expert tip

    "Save the SCS website as a favorite for easy access to online appointment requests."

  • 2

    Call 942 20 79 00 if you prefer by phone

    You can also request an appointment by calling 942 20 79 00. Have your health card and the number of the Health Center to which you belong ready.

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    Expert tip

    "The best times to call to avoid queues are early morning (8:00-9:00) or in the afternoon if the service is available."

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    Visit your local Health Center

    If you prefer or have no digital access, go directly to the reception desk of your nearest Health Center in Santander. The admissions staff will give you an appointment with the doctor or refer you to a specialist if necessary.

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    Expert tip

    "For urgent cases (high fever, acute pain, new concerning symptom) do not request an appointment — go to emergency services or call 112."

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    Use the SCS Cantabria Salud app (iOS and Android) for managing all your appointments

    The SCS Cantabria Salud app (available on iOS and Android) allows you to request, cancel, and check appointments, view medical reports, obtain prescriptions, and much more from your mobile device. Download it for free in the App Store or Google Play.

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    Expert tip

    "With the app, you can view test results and analytical findings without needing to call or go to the health center."

Offices and service points - Santander

Health Center — Santander (find yours)

Find your nearest Health Center in Santander on SCS — Cantabrian Health Service's center search portal

942 20 79 00
Generally Monday to Friday 8:00 - 20:00. PAC (Continued Care Points) provide 24/7 urgent care.

Frequently asked questions

How do I request an appointment with my general practitioner in Santander?
In Santander, medical appointments are managed through SCS — Cantabrian Health Service. You can request one online on https://www.scsalud.es/web/scs/cita-previa, by calling 942 20 79 00 or at the reception desk of your Health Center. You can also use the SCS Cantabria Salud app (iOS and Android).
What is the difference between a general practitioner and emergency services?
A general practitioner (or family doctor) is your regular doctor for non-urgent consultations, ongoing chronic condition monitoring, and specialist referrals. Emergency services are for urgent situations that require immediate attention (acute pain, high fever, accident). Using emergency services for non-urgent issues can overwhelm the system.
How do I get a health card if I just moved to Cantabria?
Visit your Health Center with your DNI or NIE, proof of residency in Cantabria, and if it's your first time, your social security enrollment document (which you can download from the Importass portal). They will register you in the system and issue your SCS health card.
Can I request an appointment for a family member?
Yes. You can request appointments for family members (children, dependent adults) using the same channels. You'll need the medical card number of the family member.
How long do I have to wait to see my general practitioner?
For non-urgent cases, the usual waiting time is 1 to 3 business days depending on demand in your area. If it's an urgent but not severe case, you can request it as 'urgent' during the appointment booking.

Official sources and useful links

This guide is for informational purposes only. Always check the official source for current information.