Summary
An evaluation of EU cross-border healthcare rights, identifying barriers like low awareness and administrative hurdles while advocating for better digital integration and specialized networks. 10 12.02.2019
Other
health
human rights
social policy
european union
administrative law
public administration
information technology and data processing
Key points
- The report highlights that many Member States have not fully or correctly implemented the directive regarding patient rights.
- There is a significant lack of awareness among EU citizens, with fewer than 20% feeling well-informed about their cross-border healthcare rights.
- European Reference Networks are being used to bring together specialized medical units to treat rare and complex diseases.
- The report calls for the expansion of digital health services, including the mutual recognition of electronic prescriptions across borders.
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