How to Navigate the Health System in Slovakia

The healthcare system in Slovakia is a combination of public and private healthcare. The public healthcare system is provided by the state and is free for citizens of Slovakia. The public healthcare system is called Všeobecná Zdravotná Pois?ov?a (VZP). Foreigners (expats and digital nomads) are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Slovakia, however, it is not commonly used by foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, as the quality of care is generally good. Public hospitals in Slovakia are typically well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.

Slovakia's Private Healthcare System

Slovakia also has a private healthcare system, which is used primarily by expats and digital nomads. Private healthcare is more expensive than public healthcare, but it is generally of a higher quality. Private hospitals in Slovakia are well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. People generally recommend using private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery, as the quality of care is generally higher than in public hospitals.

Slovakia's Top Hospitals

Some of the most well-known hospitals in Slovakia include:

• University Hospital Bratislava (public hospital, located in Bratislava)
• University Hospital Martin (public hospital, located in Martin)
• University Hospital Košice (public hospital, located in Košice)
• University Hospital Nitra (public hospital, located in Nitra)
• University Hospital Tren?ín (public hospital, located in Tren?ín)
• University Hospital Žilina (public hospital, located in Žilina)
• University Hospital Banská Bystrica (public hospital, located in Banská Bystrica)
• University Hospital Prešov (public hospital, located in Prešov)
• University Hospital Trnava (public hospital, located in Trnava)
• University Hospital Pieš?any (public hospital, located in Pieš?any)
• University Hospital Poprad (public hospital, located in Poprad)
• University Hospital Zvolen (public hospital, located in Zvolen)
• University Hospital Žiar nad Hronom (public hospital, located in Žiar nad Hronom)
• University Hospital Michalovce (public hospital, located in Michalovce)
• University Hospital Humenné (public hospital, located in Humenné)
• University Hospital Levice (public hospital, located in Levice)
• University Hospital Nové Zámky (public hospital, located in Nové Zámky)
• University Hospital Komárno (public hospital, located in Komárno)
• University Hospital Galanta (public hospital, located in Galanta)
• University Hospital Topo??any (public hospital, located in Topo??any)
• University Hospital Spišská Nová Ves (public hospital, located in Spišská Nová Ves)
• University Hospital Bardejov (public hospital, located in Bardejov)
• University Hospital Liptovský Mikuláš (public hospital, located in Liptovský Mikuláš)
• University Hospital Revúca (public hospital, located in Revúca)
• University Hospital Rimavská Sobota (public hospital, located in Rimavská Sobota)
• University Hospital Lu?enec (public hospital, located in Lu?enec)
• University Hospital Trebišov (public hospital, located in Trebišov)
• University Hospital Humenné (public hospital, located in Humenné)
• University Hospital Nové Mesto nad Váhom (public hospital, located in Nové Mesto nad Váhom)
• University Hospital Ša?a (public hospital, located in Ša?a)
• University Hospital Stará ?ubov?a (public hospital, located in Stará ?ubov?a)
• University Hospital Detva (public hospital, located in Detva)
• University Hospital Svidník (public hospital, located in Svidník)
• University Hospital Bardejov (public hospital, located in Bardejov)
• University Hospital Levo?a (public hospital, located in Levo?a)
• University Hospital Poprad (public hospital, located in Poprad)
• University Hospital Žilina (public hospital, located in Žilina)
• University Hospital Prešov (public hospital, located in Prešov)
• University Hospital Trnava (public hospital, located in Trnava)
• University Hospital Pieš?any (public hospital, located in Pieš?any)
• University Hospital Banská Bystrica (public hospital, located in Banská Bystrica)
• University Hospital Martin (public hospital, located in Martin)
• University Hospital Košice (public hospital, located in Košice)
• University Hospital Nitra (public hospital, located in Nitra)
• University Hospital Tren?ín (public hospital, located in Tren?ín)
• University Hospital Bratislava (public hospital, located in Bratislava)
• University Hospital Žiar nad Hronom (public hospital, located in Žiar nad Hronom)
• University Hospital Michalovce (public hospital, located in Michalovce)
• University Hospital Humenné (public hospital, located in Humenné)
• University Hospital Levice (public hospital, located in Levice)
• University Hospital Nové Zámky (public hospital, located in Nové Zámky)
• University Hospital Komárno (public hospital, located in Komárno)
• University Hospital Galanta (public hospital, located in Galanta)
• University Hospital Topo??any (public hospital, located in Topo??any)
• University Hospital Spišská Nová Ves (public hospital, located in Spišská Nová Ves)
• University Hospital Bardejov (public hospital, located in Bardejov)
• University Hospital Liptovský Mikuláš (public hospital, located in Liptovský Mikuláš)
• University Hospital Revúca (public hospital, located in Revúca)
• University Hospital Rimavská Sobota (public hospital, located in Rimavská Sobota)
• University Hospital Lu?enec (public hospital, located in Lu?enec)
• University Hospital Trebišov (public hospital, located in Trebišov)
• University Hospital Humenné (public hospital, located in Humenné)
• University Hospital Nové Mesto nad Váhom (public hospital, located in Nové Mesto nad Váhom)
• University Hospital Ša?a (public hospital, located in Ša?a)
• University Hospital Stará ?ubov?a (public hospital, located in Stará ?ubov?a)
• University Hospital Detva (public hospital, located in Detva)
• University Hospital Svidník (public hospital, located in Svidník)
• University Hospital Bardejov (public hospital, located in Bardejov)
• University Hospital Levo?a (

  Insider Tips from Expats in Slovakia: How to Navigate the Health System

  "In Slovakia, medical services are generally of a high quality. The country has a well-developed healthcare system, with a wide range of medical services available. Patients can access a variety of treatments, including general medical care, specialist care, and emergency services. The country also has a number of private clinics and hospitals, offering a range of services. In addition, Slovakia has a number of health insurance schemes, allowing citizens to access medical services at a reduced cost," commented one member living in Slovakia.

  "Healthcare services in Slovakia 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 is generally good, with a wide range of services available, including primary care, specialist care, hospital care, and preventive care. Expats in Slovakia can use the public healthcare system, but they must first register with the local health insurance provider. Once registered, they can access the same services as Slovak citizens, including preventive care, specialist care, and hospital care. Expats may also be able to access private healthcare services, depending on their insurance coverage," commented one member living in Slovakia.