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EXPLAINED: How the Austrian healthcare system works

WEBHealthcare in Austria is covered by social security and enrolment is compulsory for everyone. For most people, enrolment is automatic when they start work …

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What you need to know about Austria's new healthcare reform

WEBThe reform earmarks €14 billion for the healthcare sector over the next five years, with measures focusing on strengthening the supply of medicines in Austria, …

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UPDATED: What are the rules for entering Austria right now

WEBTo enter Austria as a tourist, the basic rule is that you need proof of 2G (two doses of a Covid-19 vaccine or recovery from the virus) as well as either proof of a …

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Everything foreigners need to know about the Austrian healthcare …

WEBWhen it comes to Austria's health system, a few things always surprise foreigners. For example, unlike some other countries, like the United States, Brazil, or …

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How do I get a European Health Insurance Card in Austria

WEBEHICs are issued by the national health country provider of the country where you live. This could be, for example, the ÖGK or SVA, depending on which …

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Travel: What are Austria's current entry and Covid rules

WEBSince late February, Austria has allowed unvaccinated people to enter for tourism, as long as they have a negative Covid-19 test. Vaccinated and recently …

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Six things to know about visiting a doctor in Austria

WEBIf in doubt, ask your Hausarzt (GP) or a receptionist when making a booking to find out if there is an extra charge to pay, or stop off at the ATM on the way just in …

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Spas, pregnancy and contraceptives: What Austrian healthcare …

WEBPainkillers are not covered - and they're hard to find and expensive While many new arrivals won't be surprised to find that standard non-prescription painkillers …

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What kind of insurance do I need to have in Austria

WEBKrankenversicherung, or health insurance, is the most basic and well-known insurance you’re required to have by Austrian law. As a foreigner, you’ll often need it …

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REVEALED: Where are the 'best' hospitals in Austria

WEBThe ranking was based upon a combination of four different data sources: the opinion of over 85,000 healthcare professionals worldwide, patient experience …

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'Kur': The alternative treatments you can get from a doctor in Austria

WEBOne of the most well-known (and most surprising) alternative treatments in Austria is a Kur. This is a spa break for rest and recuperation and it must be prescribed …

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What are Austria's new Covid and RSV vaccine recommendations

WEBNow the Austrian government has issued new vaccination guidelines.These concern protection against illnesses including Covid-19 and a brand new vaccination for …

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How to get an English-speaking therapist in Austria

WEBAustria has a modern healthcare system so most recognised forms of therapy are widely available. According to the European Association for Psychotherapy, …

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Health insurance in Austria: What if you don't have a photo e-card

WEBOn Monday, January 15th, the transition period for those people in Austria whose e-card, the social security card that gives access to public health insurance services, still were …

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EXPLAINED: Everything you need to know about retiring in Austria

WEBTo stay in the Austria for longer than three months, retirees will need to be able to support themselves financially (e.g. through a pension) and have sufficient …

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What is Austria's e-card and what do you need to know about it

WEBHere's what you need to know about the 'e-card', Austria's electronic health care card. The Austrian e-card is an electronic chip card linked to the electronic …

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Austria recommends fourth Covid vaccination for over 60s and …

WEBAustria on Wednesday recorded 6,992 new coronavirus cases after 93,328 PCR tests, according to the Health Ministry. READ ALSO: UPDATE: What are the fines …

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What is Austria’s Mutter-Kind-Pass and how is it changing

WEBThe Mutter-Kind-Pass is a small, yellow passport-style document to provide and track healthcare for pregnant women and young children in Austria. It is issued to a …

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Reader question: How can foreign doctors practise medicine in …

WEBAmong the documents to be submitted in the application process is proof that you have a B2 level of German, a document from the Ärztekammer that you are required …

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