Health Care in Verona
Summary: Learn about the health system in Verona: how it can and cannot be used by expats, nomads, retirees and others moving to and living in Verona.
Verona 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 Verona for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Verona are typically well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Italy. However, many expats choose to use private hospitals for specialized medical care and major surgeries. Private hospitals in Verona are typically well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Verona
- Ospedale Borgo Trento: This is a public hospital located in the center of Verona. It is well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
- Ospedale Civile Maggiore: This is a public hospital located in the center of Verona. It specializes in emergency care and is well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
- Ospedale San Bonifacio: This is a private hospital located in the center of Verona. It specializes in emergency care and is well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
- Ospedale San Giovanni di Dio: This is a private hospital located in the center of Verona. It specializes in emergency care and is well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
Emergency Services in Verona
Verona has an ambulance service that can be called by dialing 118. The ambulance typically arrives quickly, but there can be delays depending on the situation.
Health Insurance Companies in Verona
The most popular private health insurers in Verona are Fondiaria-Sai, UnipolSai, and Generali. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, although some may choose to use specialized expat health insurance providers.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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