Medical Care

High level healthcare is one of Cyprus's main strengths and achievements. The quality of services provided is not inferior to clinics in Germany, Israel, and the United States. Both public and private clinics provide assistance. The activities of medical organizations are supervised by the national health department.

Regardless of whether you reside or not, government agencies will provide medical services to everyone without exception. Lack of insurance will not become an obstacle to providing services. Due to the increasing attention of the authorities in recent years, it is possible to significantly improve the efficiency of patient care. Almost all institutions are equipped with modern medical equipment and qualified personnel. Even in the most remote corners of the country, high-quality assistance can be obtained. The activities of the private medical sector in Cyprus are continuously controlled by the Ministry of Health, and private practice licenses are issued to small hospitals, large hospitals, independent experts, diagnostic centers, and pharmacies. In addition to providing high-quality services, the main advantage of private medical services is the absence of queuing and the adoption of personalized treatment methods for patients.

Private clinics can directly interact with insurance companies to pay for patient care costs. Perhaps this is related to inpatient medical services. For outpatient treatment conducted in private clinics, patients are required to pay for the service fees themselves and provide a check to the insurance fund, which will reimburse the fees.

One of the characteristics of the healthcare system in Cyprus is the introduction of special cards, allowing you to receive care in public clinics. Different types of cards (blue, pink) provide a list of services for specific categories of patients. The authorities of the country have enacted a bill that plans to implement mandatory health insurance for all residents of Cyprus.

Cyprus has both public and private health insurance plans. The contributions to the national insurance fund are paid by the employer. The employee has the right to receive free care at all government clinics. Similarly, EU citizens who have health insurance in their own countries can also rely on free assistance. Non Cyprus residents do not provide free services. Foreigners can be treated on a commercial basis and in accordance with policies issued by private insurance companies.

There are two types of insurance policies in Cyprus: fixed insurance and dynamic insurance. Different insurance and underwriting amounts. It is worth noting that the existence of private medical insurance makes it possible for owners to receive medical services in all EU countries.
When purchasing an insurance policy, you should carefully read the medical expense terms.