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How to Book an Apollo Hospital Doctor Appointment: Step-by-Step Guide

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Quick Answer: To book an Apollo Hospital appointment, visit apollohospitals.com or use the Apollo 24/7 app. Choose your city, specialty, preferred doctor, date and time slot, then enter the patient details and confirm. You can also call 1860-500-1066 to book an appointment by phone and receive confirmation.

Annually, countless people from all over India make attempts at booking an Apollo Hospital Doctor appointment – and it can really be quite challenging if it is your first attempt. Apollo Hospital is among the largest hospital chains in India, and choosing the right doctor, right time slot, and process can be quite tricky.

This is why we have wrote this guide. If you want to book an appointment at Apollo Hospital either via the website or app or even via phone calls – you will find all the answers in this step by step guide. By the end of this blog post, you will be able to book your appointment in less than 5 minutes. Let’s begin!

How to Book an Apollo Doctor Appointment Online

How to Book an Apollo Doctor Appointment Online

Booking an Apollo Hospital online appointment from home is simple, fast and takes just a few clicks. Here is how you do it step by step.

1. Visit the Portal

Go to apollohospitals.com on your phone or computer. On the homepage you will clearly see a "Book Appointment" button at the top. Click on it and you are ready to start the Apollo Hospital appointment process.

2. Select Location & Specialty

  • Choose your city from the dropdown: Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and more
  • Select your medical specialty: Cardiology, Orthopaedics, Neurology, Gynaecology, etc.
  • Apollo Hospitals India has 70+ hospitals across India so pick the one closest to you

3. Select Your Doctor

Once you select the specialty, you will see a list of available doctors. You can filter them by —

  • Experience — how many years they have practiced
  • Language — Hindi, English, Tamil, Telugu and more
  • Gender — if you have a preference
  • Each doctor's profile shows their qualifications, specialization and patient reviews

4. Select Date and Time

  • Pick a date that works for you from the available calendar
  • Choose a time slot — morning, afternoon or evening
  • Apollo OPD slots are generally available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM
  • Some departments offer slots till 7 PM as well
  • Pick your slot and move to the next step

5. Log In & Enter Details

  • Login with your mobile number — you will get an OTP to verify
  • If you are a new user simply register in 2 minutes
  • Enter the patient's full name, age, and contact number
  • Double check all details before moving forward

6. Verify and Confirm

  • Review your appointment details one final time
  • Pay the Apollo Hospital consultation fee online if required
  • Payment accepted via UPI, debit card, credit card or net banking
  • Click confirm and you are done
  • You will receive an SMS and email confirmation instantly on your phone

Booking a Doctor Appointment Using Apollo App 24/7

The Apollo 24/7 app makes the Apollo doctor appointment process even faster — right from your mobile phone in just a few taps.

Download & Sign In

  • Download the Apollo 24/7 app from Google Play Store or Apple App Store — it is completely free
  • Open the app and register using your mobile number
  • Verify with OTP and your account is ready in under 2 minutes

Tap Find a Doctor

  • On the home screen tap "Find a Doctor"
  • You can either search by doctor name if you already know who you want
  • Or search by specialty like heart, bone, skin, eye, etc.

Pick Category & Consultant

  • Browse through the list of available doctors in your chosen specialty
  • Read each doctor's profile — their experience, hospital location and patient ratings
  • Pick the consultant that feels right for your health concern

Choose Consultation Mode

Apollo 24/7 gives you two options —

  • Video Consultation — talk to the doctor from home on your phone
  • In-Clinic Appointment — visit the hospital in person
  • Choose whichever works best for your situation

Secure Your Slot

  • Select your preferred date and time slot
  • Enter patient details and confirm the booking
  • Pay online via UPI or card
  • Your Apollo Hospital appointment is confirmed instantly with a booking ID on your screen

How to Book an Apollo Doctor Appointment by Phone (Offline Option)

If you are not comfortable booking online, you can easily call Apollo and get your appointment done in minutes. Here is how —

Pan-India Appointment Helpline

Call 1860-500-1066 — this is Apollo's official pan-India appointment helpline. Tell them your city, the specialty you need, and your preferred date. They will check available doctors and confirm your slot on the call itself.

  • Available Monday to Saturday — 8 AM to 8 PM
  • You get an SMS confirmation with your appointment details right after the call

Medical Emergencies

  • 108 (National Emergency Ambulance): Free government ambulance service that takes patients to the nearest government or empanelled hospital.
  • 112 (All-in-One Emergency): India’s unified emergency number for police, fire, and medical emergencies.
  • 1066 (Apollo Emergency): Apollo’s emergency helpline for requesting an Apollo ambulance and transport to an Apollo Hospital.

International Patients

  • International patients can call +91-40-4344-1066  for the dedicated Apollo international helpdesk
  • You can also reach Apollo on WhatsApp at +91 93101-15219, or via email at internationalcare@apollohospitals.com.
  • The international desk helps with Apollo Hospital appointment timings, travel, visa letters and priority doctor access
  • English speaking staff available to assist patients from any country

Important Things to Know Before Your Apollo Appointment

Important Things to Know Before Your Apollo Appointment

Before you finalize your Apollo Hospital appointment booking there are a few important things every patient should know.

Advance Booking

Book your appointment at least 2 to 3 days in advance — especially if you want to see a senior specialist. Some super-specialist doctors at Apollo need 1 to 2 weeks advance booking. Do not wait till the last day.

Rescheduling

If your plans change you can reschedule your appointment online up to 24 hours before the scheduled time. Log in to apollohospitals.com or the Apollo 24/7 app and reschedule from your bookings section. Cancellation refunds are processed within 5 to 7 business days.

What to Bring

Make sure you carry these when you visit —

  • Valid government photo ID — Aadhaar card or Passport
  • All previous medical reports, test results and prescriptions
  • Your insurance card if applicable
  • A list of medicines you are currently taking
  • International patients must carry their Passport — it is mandatory

Your Journey to Better Health Starts Here!

Booking an Apollo Hospital Doctor appointment is not complicated once you know the right steps. Whether you choose the website, the Apollo 24|7 app, or a simple phone call — Apollo makes it easy for every patient to access world-class doctors across India.

If you are an international patient planning to travel to India for treatment, Life Rx Healthcare can assist you as a medical tourism company with hospital appointments, medical visa guidance, accommodation arrangements and support throughout your treatment journey. 

We help you get priority Apollo Hospital appointments, arrange your medical visa, accommodation, and provide 24/7 support throughout your treatment. Your health is the most important thing. Do not delay it. Take that first step today — because the right doctor, at the right time, can change everything.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How do I book an Apollo Hospital Doctor appointment online? +
Visit apollohospitals.com or download the Apollo 24|7 app. Select your city, choose a specialty, pick a doctor, select a date and time slot, enter your details and confirm. The entire process takes less than 5 minutes and you get instant SMS confirmation.
Q2. What is the Apollo Hospital appointment helpline number? +
You can call 1860-500-1066 to book your Apollo Hospital appointment by phone. This pan-India helpline is available Monday to Saturday from 8 AM to 8 PM. For emergencies, call 108, which is available 24 hours.
Q3. What are Apollo Hospital appointment timings for OPD? +
Apollo Hospital OPD timings are generally 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 8:30 PM from Monday to Saturday. Some departments offer evening slots till 7 PM. Apollo Hospital appointment timings may vary slightly by location and specialty, so always confirm when booking.
Q4. Can international patients book an Apollo Hospital appointment online? +
Yes — international patients can book Apollo Hospital appointments online at apollohospitals.com or call the international helpdesk at +91-40-4344-1066. Life Rx Healthcare also helps international patients get priority Apollo appointments with complete travel and visa support.
Q5. How early should I book my Apollo doctor appointment? +
It is best to book at least 2 to 3 days in advance for regular specialists. For senior or super-specialist doctors at Apollo, booking 1 to 2 weeks ahead is recommended. Same-day emergency slots may be available in some cases but are not guaranteed.