Health Systems and Policy Monitor (HSPM)

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Changes to patient registration and appointments scheduling

17 July 2025 | Country Update

As of April 2025, healthcare institutions must publish at least four months of doctors’ work schedules in the e-Health system. At least 80% of appointments must be reserved for the general flow of patient visits; the remaining places can be reserved for urgent or follow-up visits. Patients will be able to schedule appointments up to four months in advance, instead of the previous one- to two-month period. In case of unavailability, the patient is put on a waiting list and receives the service when further appointments become available, or if a patient who is already registered declines a consultation. This measure is expected to reduce waiting times and increase transparency of waiting lists. 

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