Reimbursement of the cost of urgent medical treatment

Main information

Upon request, the health insurance will reimburse to the insured person the cost of urgent medical treatment incurred during that person’s stay abroad, only up to the amount stipulated for the payment of such services if they had been provided in the Czech Republic.

This applies to you if

If the insured person has received urgent medical treatment, he or she is entitled to the reimbursement of costs up to the reimbursement amount provided for in the Czech Republic.

When to use this service

You should find out about your options for medical treatment and subsequent reimbursement before travelling abroad.

Service settlement

What you need if you are using this service

If the insured person has paid for urgent medical treatment, proof of payment must be provided.

Where and how to solve this service

At a branch of a health insurance company. It is necessary to present the necessary documents to the staff in the branch. In general, a health insurance card and proof of payment of urgent medical treatment are required.

The following health insurance companies currently operate in the Czech Republic:

as well as the following six employee insurance companies:

How much will you pay

None

Additional information

What is the benefit of this service

Reimbursement of costs incurred.

Appeal options

You may appeal to the issuing authority.

Legislation

Sanctions

None

Frequently asked questions

None