15 Expats Talk about Health Insurance and Healthcare in Russia
Last updated on Apr 08, 2023
Summary: The quality of medical care in Russia is generally considered to be lower than in the United States. Medical facilities in Russia are often outdated and lack the latest technology and treatments available in the US. Emergency services in Russia are generally reliable, though response times may be longer than in the US. To call for an ambulance in Russia, you can dial 03 for medical assistance.
How are healthcare services Russia?
When we asked expats and global nomads about the quality of medical care in Russia, they replied:
"Healthcare services in Russia 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 Russia is generally good, with a wide range of services available, including primary care, specialist care, and hospital care. Foreign residents are able to access the public healthcare system, although they may need to pay for some services. Expats in Russia can use the public healthcare system, but they may need to pay for some services. In addition, many expats opt to purchase private health insurance to cover any additional costs," said one expat.
What are medical services in Russia like?
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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.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.