Israel Guide: Health

One of the most important things when going abroad is to make sure that you are covered in case of accidents or illness. Our health guide provides information on health insurance, hospitals, doctors and pharmacies.

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  Health insurance

  National health insurance and private insurance

  Israel provides a high standard of healthcare for all of its residents. Employers pay a portion of employees' salaries to the National Insurance Institute which finances the public healthcare system.

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  Doctors in Israel

  General practitioners and specialists

  Israel's medical services are some of the best in the world, and they are available to all Israeli citizens, foreigner residents and tourists. During the 1990s, Israel had the highest number of physicians per capita in the world, and today it has over 20,000 doctors.

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  Hospitals

  Israeli hospitals and medical centres

  There are over 45 hospitals and medical centres in Israel which offer first-rate care and services. International patients come from Europe and North America to undergo specialised surgeries.

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  Emergencies

  Israeli emergency services and numbers

  Israel has a sophisticated emergency response system which is on par with many Western countries. Ambulances stabilize patients and transport them to hospitals. Hospitals readily accept all emergency patients.

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  Pharmacies

  How to get medications

  Each of the four Isreali healthcare funds runs its own pharmacies where you may purchase medication. Maccabi has over 600 pharmacy locations, followed by Clalit which has 400 locations.

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  Dentistry and eye care

  Dentists, orthodontists and opticians in Israel

  To access care from dentists, orthodontists and opticians, you must purchase additional insurance or pay their fees on your own. Israel has one of the highest numbers of dentists per capita.

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