Information about the Moldova Health system and insurance system.

Moldova is a country located in Central Eastern Europe and its healthcare system is a publicly financed mixed system. Health services are provided by public hospitals, clinics and health centers. In Moldova, health insurance is a compulsory service and every employee must pay a premium of

4.5 percent of their gross salary. These premiums are paid to the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and provide financing for healthcare services. Employers also pay a portion of employees' premiums. Under health insurance, insured people can access basic healthcare and benefit from a variety of medical services. These include emergency medical services, hospital treatment, examination and diagnostic services, medications, rehabilitation and other medical services. Healthcare in Moldova is generally free or low-cost, but in some cases additional fees may be required. For example, additional fees may be charged for some medications or special medical services. The healthcare system in Moldova faces some problems. These include inequalities in access to health services, shortage of qualified health personnel, inadequate health infrastructure and financing problems. However, the state is making various reforms to solve these problems. As a result, the healthcare system in Moldova is a publicly financed mixed system and health insurance is mandatory. Healthcare services are generally free or low-cost, but in some cases additional fees may be required. Although there are some problems in accessing health services in the country, the state is working to solve these problems.