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Where can I go to get emergency health care and how much it costs? Do I need certain documents?Persons who have applied for or have been granted temporary refuge are gaining access to urgent health care. This is provided by the outpatient emergency service in the relevant region or city where the patient is located or at the central hospital reception in that city. Contacts can be found here Health Line for Ukraine โ Rapid medical consultation in Ukrainian available free of charge, daily from 7:00 to 19:00 by phone +421 2 21025075 or online chat at ua.diagnose.me In case of an urgent health problem, it is necessary to call the Emergency Medical Service on the number 155 or 112. |
Can I talk to a doctor in Ukrainian/Russian?Health Line for Ukraine โ Rapid medical consultation in Ukrainian available free of charge, daily from 7:00 to 19:00 by phone +421 2 21025075 or online chat ua.diagnose.me Two contact centers for patients from Ukraine have been operating in Bratislava since April (Nemocnica akademika Ladislava Dรฉrera Mobile clinic Equita advises in Ukrainian: +421 948 339 647 (also WhatsApp), info@equita.sk. |
Where can I go to fill my subscriptions or treat long-term conditions and how much it costs?Prescribed medication as well as some over the counter medication will be provided for Ukrainian citizens with the status of temporary protection free of charge. Information for individuals:
In this case, your insurance company is Vลกeobecnรก zdravotnรก poisลฅovลa (VลกZP) Before going to the doctor, check whether the doctor has a contract with VลกZP. Please note that the mere status of temporary protection does not give you the right to consult any family doctor, you can only consult a doctor who works with VลกZP. HERE Information for persons who are employed and have an agreement with another insurance company: The list of available doctors can be viewed on the following pages: Information for everyone HERE On the e-vuc.sk website Usually, the doctor's office displays the logos of the insurance companies he works with, which will help you find out if this doctor can work with you. Remember that a medical examination always begins with a general practitioner, who, based on the examination, will recommend you to see a specialist and issue an appropriate referral. |
I am pregnant, where can I get gynecology care?You can get free gynecological care and consultations at several clinics; full list with details here |
Can I get vaccinated against Covid? Do I need certain documents?Regardless of their status, Ukrainian nationals staying in Slovakia are entitled to free coronavirus vaccination. |
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Do I need to register in order to obtain health coverage and if yes how?You must apply for temporary protection (refuge) or asylum. In both cases you will be entitled to urgent and necessary indicated health care. This also means such health care that the doctor recommends by examination. There is an emergency service in the relevant region or city, or a central hospital reception. Once you receive the temporary protection or asylum you will be entitled to the full health care coverage. In the event of a threat to life, health care is provided immediately to everyone in the Slovak Republic. More information on the official Government's site ua.gov.sk Please note that health insurance is mandatory in all EU countries. |
What does public healthcare cover?With the health card, most services are covered or reimbursed, including preventative care, diagnostics and treatment, nursing and natal care. From 01.01.2023, the Slovak Ministry of Health has expanded the range of medical care (not only emergency cases) provided to refugees, namely children and adolescents from birth to 18 years plus 364 days. They now have the right to full medical care to the same extent as Slovak children and adolescents (preventive examinations, emergency medical care and medical procedures and spa services). More information here The vast majority of dental services are not free. However, if your case is urgent or you require emergency medical care, then at the doctor's discretion, you may be given care free of charge. You can find emergency dental care contacts on the website - List of emergency dental care points |
Where can I go to get mental health support and how much it costs? Do I need certain documents?Mental health services are covered by public insurance. You need to contact a district doctor and present a proof of temporary protection. Then, the relevant specialist will be recommended. You don't need any specific documents. In case of need, you can contact free and anonymous crisis lines that provide psychological help in the Ukrainian language:
The National Psychological Association of Ukraine, with the support of the UN, the EU launched a free support line. Anyone affected by the hostilities can call the line. All the psychologists have undergone special training, provide counseling according to international standards and adhere to ethical standards. Call +421 800 182 399, which is available daily from 10:00 to 20:00. All calls are free of charge. The hotline administrator will accept your request, determine a convenient format and time, and direct you to a free psychologist. You will be offered audio or video sessions lasting up to 50 minutes. Psychological help of the all-Ukrainian program "How are you?" available by phone +421 800 182 399. |