Healthcare and Health Insurance in Estonia

15 Expats Talk about Health Insurance and Healthcare in Estonia

Last updated on Apr 06, 2023

Summary: The quality of medical care in Estonia is generally considered to be on par with the United States. Estonia has a well-developed healthcare system, with a wide range of medical services available. Emergency services are well-organized and efficient, with ambulances responding quickly to calls. To call for an ambulance in Estonia, dial 112.

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When we asked expats and global nomads about the quality of medical care in Estonia, they replied:

"Estonia offers a wide range of healthcare services, including primary care, specialist care, hospital care, and mental health services. The public healthcare system in Estonia is funded by the government and is free for all citizens and permanent residents. The quality of public healthcare is generally good, with modern facilities and well-trained staff. Foreign residents are also able to access the public healthcare system, although they may need to pay for some services. Expats in Estonia can use the public healthcare system by registering with the Estonian Health Insurance Fund and paying a monthly fee. This will entitle them to the same services as Estonian citizens, including free primary care and specialist care," said one expat living in Estonia.

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Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat 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.

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