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If you contract COVID-19 in Finland, the cost of treatment may vary

21.9.2020

…Affairs Kela has compiled information on the effects of the coronavirus situation on Kela’s benefits, the processing of applications and the services on the page Update on the coronavirus situation.

Kela: For the time being, Finland will not introduce the prior authorisation procedure under the EU’s Patient Directive for medical treatment abroad

19.12.2023

…treatment abroad either on their own initiative without prior authorisation or with prior authorisation under the EU regulation. Further information I want to go abroad for treatment Seeking treatment abroad…

How does the Contact Point for Cross-Border Healthcare develop services for people seeking treatment abroad?

11.9.2024

…service pathway must be as straightforward and efficient as possible. The Contact Point can act as a compass for customers and guide them to seek further information, for example, from…

Student โ€” have you explored the EU healthcare website?

2.12.2020

What’s new 2.12.2020 Going abroad for exchange studies or to do a degree or practical training is an exciting time. You need to look for an apartment and affordable…

Statistics from the National Institute for Health and Welfare (THL): Differences in waiting lists between healthcare districts

10.4.2017

…had been waiting for non-urgent treatment for more than six months, says a THL statistics report. The fastest access to non-urgent special medical treatment was available in Southwest Finland and…

Reimbursements under the health insurance scheme for dental care provided abroad: Estonia remains the most popular dental care destination

7.6.2017

…either with a prior authorisation granted by Kela or independently. If you visit a dentist independently, you can apply for reimbursement from Kela on the same grounds as for dental…

Seeking treatment in Finland with a prior authorisation

…find out whether the prior authorisation is accepted. Agree on the arrangements involved in obtaining treatment with the care provider. Apply for a prior authorisation from the authorities of your…

Update to the brand of the Contact Point for Cross-Border Health Care

1.7.2024

…media to the web pages and communication materials. In order to build a more reliable and informative impression, we streamlined the colours and illustrations used. New photos were also procured…

The Contact Point for Cross-Border Healthcare and Kela at the Matka 2018 travel fair

16.1.2018

…Choosehealthcare.fi offers up-to-date information about how to access health services in Finland and abroad. It provides answers to questions about healthcare in cross-border situations, including what to do in the…