Summary
This report recommends reforming EU rules to reduce financial and administrative barriers for patients seeking healthcare across borders, ensuring more equitable access through digital integration and direct payment models. 10 08.07.2026
Other
health
human rights
social policy
european union
public administration
information technology and data processing
Key points
- Improving overall access to high-quality healthcare services across the European Union.
- Increasing transparency by requiring Member States to publish detailed lists of treatments that require prior authorization.
- Eliminating the need for upfront payments by establishing direct financial compensation mechanisms between healthcare institutions.
- Strengthening National Contact Points through formal partnerships with patient organizations and improved digital accessibility.
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