What are healthcare services like in Czech Rep?
We asked retirees if they have access to good medical care in Czech Rep. They wrote...
"Healthcare services in Czechia are generally of a high quality. The country has a universal healthcare system, which is funded by taxes and provides free healthcare to all citizens. The system is managed by the Ministry of Health and is divided into two parts: primary care and specialized care. Primary care is provided by general practitioners, while specialized care is provided by hospitals and other specialized medical facilities. Czechia also has a wide range of private healthcare providers, which offer a variety of services at a cost. In addition, the country has a number of health insurance companies that offer coverage for medical expenses," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Czech Rep.
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What are healthcare services like in Czech Rep?
If you live in Czechia, newcomers to Czechia would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is one of the founders of Digital Nomad Exchange and the Founder and President of Expat Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange and Digital Nomad Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
