15 Expats Talk about Health Insurance and Healthcare in Albania
Last updated on Jan 05, 2024
Summary: The quality of medical care in Albania is generally considered to be lower than in the United States. Emergency services are available, but may be limited in some areas. To call for an ambulance, you can dial the emergency number 112.
How are healthcare services Albania?
When we asked expats and global nomads about the quality of medical care in Albania, they replied:
"Healthcare services in Albania are provided by both public and private institutions. The public healthcare system is funded by the government and is available to all citizens and foreign residents. The quality of public healthcare in Albania is generally considered to be good, with a wide range of services available. Expats in Albania can access the public healthcare system by registering with the local health authority and obtaining a health card. This card allows them to access the same services as Albanian citizens, including primary care, specialist care, and hospital services. Expats may also choose to use private healthcare services, which are generally more expensive but offer a higher standard of care," mentioned one expat in Albania.
What are medical services in Albania like?
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
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