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How to request an appointment with your primary care physician in Badajoz (2026)

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Cost

Free

Free (National Health System)

Time at office

0 minutes (online or by phone)

Estimated time

Appointment available in 1-3 working days for non-urgent cases

Quick summary

Guide for requesting an appointment with your primary care physician or family doctor in Badajoz, Extremadura. Available online, by phone, and at the health center. System SES — Servicio Extremeño de Salud in 2026.

Required documents

  • Health card (TSE or autonomous region card)

    The health card of Extremadura or the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) if you are from another EU country.

  • ID document (DNI, NIE, or passport)

    Patient's identity document.

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Free (National Health System) €0.00
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: 2026

Step by step

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    Request an appointment online via the SES — Servicio Extremeño de Salud portal

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    In Extremadura, appointments with your primary care physician are managed through the SES (Servicio Extremeño de Salud). The system covers both provinces of Extremadura — Badajoz and Cáceres — including numerous rural health centers. You can request an appointment online via the SES portal or call the telephone number for your local health center, which is available on their website.

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    Expert tip

    "Add the SES website to your favorites so you always have easy access to online appointments."

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    Use the Salud Extremadura app or call directly to your local health center

    SES manages appointments through its web portal and the Salud Extremadura app. Each health center has its own phone number, which is available on sesexpaciente.ses.juntaex.es or in the app.

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    Expert tip

    "The best times to call and avoid long wait times are early morning (08:00-09:00) or late afternoon if the service is available."

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    Go directly to your local Health Center

    If you prefer in-person or have no access to digital services, go directly to the reception desk of your closest Health Center in Badajoz. The staff will give you an appointment with a doctor or refer you to a specialist if needed.

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    Expert tip

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

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    Use the Salud Extremadura app (iOS and Android) to manage all your appointments

    The Salud Extremadura app (iOS and Android) lets you request, cancel, and check appointments, view medical reports, get prescriptions, and much more from your mobile device. Download it for free on iOS and Android.

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    Expert tip

    "With the app, you can see results of lab tests and diagnostic procedures without needing to call or visit the health center."

Offices and service points - Badajoz

Health Center — Badajoz (find yours)

Search for your nearest health center in Badajoz on the SES — Servicio Extremeño de Salud website's center finder

Website or app Salud Extremadura
Generally Monday to Friday 08:00 - 20:00. PAC (Continued Care Points) provide 24/7 emergency services.

Frequently asked questions

How do I request an appointment with my primary care physician in Badajoz?
In Badajoz, appointments with your primary care physician are managed through SES — Servicio Extremeño de Salud. You can request them online at https://saludextremadura.ses.es/web/cita-previa, by calling the phone number for your local health center (find it on sesexpaciente.ses.juntaex.es) or in person at the reception desk of your Health Center. You can also use the Salud Extremadura app (iOS and Android).
What's the difference between a primary care physician and an emergency room?
The primary care physician (or family doctor) is your regular doctor for non-urgent consultations, chronic disease follow-up, and referrals to specialists. Emergency rooms are for situations that require immediate attention (acute pain, high fever, accident). Using the emergency room for non-urgent issues overwhelms the system.
What medical specialties are available in Extremadura?
Extremadura has university hospitals in Badajoz and Cáceres that cover most specialties. For very specific interventions, referrals may be made to hospitals in Salamanca or Madrid. Rural health centers have periodic visits from specialist itinerant doctors.
Can I request an appointment for a family member?
Yes. You can request appointments for family members (children under 18, elderly dependents) through the same channels. You will need their health card number.
How long do I have to wait to see my primary care physician?
For non-urgent cases, the usual waiting time is 1 to 3 working days depending on demand in your area. If it's urgent but not severe enough for the emergency room, you can request an appointment as 'urgent'.

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Official sources and useful links

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