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In Italy, all citizens, residents and foreigners in possession of specific
requirements have the right to general medical assistance provided by a general
practitioner, and for those under 14, a paediatrician.
A citizen of a European Community country arriving in Italy with form
E111/European Health Insurance Card (known as a TEAM card) has the right to
urgent medical treatment. If they present the form to the relevant local health
authority (Azienda Sanitaria Locale) (ASL) they can receive medical treatment
equivalent to that available to an Italian citizen.
Registration with the national health system is effected by choosing a
general practitioner or a paediatrician registered on the relevant list
available at the district offices of the ASL. A health card is issued at the time of registration, which must be presented in
order to receive health services.
For more information and to keep abreast of recent developments, contact your
local health authority (consult the phone book for addresses).
Text last edited on: 02/2007
Source: European Union
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