Health Care in Rome

Rome has a public and private healthcare system. The public healthcare system is called Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN) and is used by both Italian citizens and foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Rome for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Rome are usually crowded and have long wait times, but the quality of care is generally good. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Italy. However, many expats prefer to use private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Private hospitals in Rome are usually more modern and have shorter wait times, but they are more expensive.

Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Rome

Recommended clinics and hospitals in Rome include:

• Ospedale San Camillo - Private hospital located in the Trastevere neighborhood.
• Ospedale Sant'Andrea - Public hospital located in the San Giovanni neighborhood.
• Ospedale Fatebenefratelli - Private hospital located in the Isola Tiberina neighborhood.
• Ospedale San Carlo di Nancy - Private hospital located in the Prati neighborhood.
• Ospedale Pediatrico Bambino Gesù - Public hospital located in the Trastevere neighborhood.

Emergency Services in Rome

Ambulance services in Rome are provided by the Italian Red Cross. To call for an ambulance, dial 118. Ambulances usually arrive quickly, but there can be delays depending on the time of day and the severity of the emergency.

Health Insurance Companies in Rome

The most popular private health insurers in Rome are Unisalute, FASI, and Sanità Unica. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies or specialized expat health insurance providers.