When youre in another EU country, the European Health Insurance Card makes seeing a doctor or going to hospital easier. It can save you time and money. While youre in another EU country, the EHIC card gives you access to state-provided healthcare and medical treatment on the same terms as insured residentsof that country. Fees vary between countries, depending on the healthcare system, but the card can cut costs and even get you free healthcare in some places. The cards, available from individual national health insurance providers, can be used in all 28 European Union countries, plus Iceland, Norway, Switzerland and Liechtenstein. Be prepared When travelling with the European Insurance Health Card, remember that: You still need travel insurance. The card does notcover private healthcare, lost or stolen valuables, or costs such as mountain rescue or repatriation. The card does not cover planned medical treatment. Reportedly, there have been cases of intermediaries charging for EHIC applications, but the card is free.
Posted on: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 18:05:05 +0000
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