Healthcare in Italy
Healthcare in Italy
Healthcare in Italy (pronunciation: /ˈhɛlθkeər ɪn ˈɪtəli/) is a nationally provided service, which is free at the point of use for residents. The system is known as Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN).
Etymology
The term Healthcare is derived from the Old English words hǣlth (health) and carian (care). Italy is named after the historical Italia region, whose name is derived from the Oscan Víteliú, meaning "land of young cattle".
Overview
The Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN) is Italy's publicly funded healthcare system. It is funded by taxes and is free at the point of use for anyone who is a resident in Italy. The SSN provides a wide range of health services including primary care, inpatient care, long-term care, pharmaceuticals, and public health services.
Primary Care
Primary care in Italy is provided by general practitioners (GPs) and pediatricians. Each resident in Italy is required to register with a GP in their local area. GPs are responsible for providing primary care services, referring patients to specialists when necessary, and coordinating the patient's care.
Inpatient Care
Inpatient care in Italy is provided by public and private hospitals. Public hospitals are funded by the SSN and provide free care to all residents. Private hospitals can also provide care to SSN patients, but they may charge a fee for some services.
Long-Term Care
Long-term care in Italy is provided by a mix of public and private providers. The SSN funds long-term care services for those who are unable to care for themselves due to illness or disability.
Pharmaceuticals
The SSN provides coverage for a list of essential pharmaceuticals. Patients may be required to make a co-payment for some medications.
Public Health Services
The SSN also provides a range of public health services, including health promotion and disease prevention programs, vaccination programs, and screening programs.
Related Terms
- Servizio Sanitario Nazionale
- Primary care
- Inpatient care
- Long-term care
- Pharmaceuticals
- Public health
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Healthcare in Italy
- Wikipedia's article - Healthcare in Italy
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