Sistema pubblico gratuito refers to the public healthcare system in Italy, which provides medical services free of charge or at a minimal cost to all citizens and residents.
Think of the sistema pubblico gratuito as a library where you can borrow books for free. Just like you can access books without paying, Italians can access healthcare services without worrying about expensive bills. It's like having a library card for your health!
Tassa di iscrizione: This term refers to the annual registration fee that individuals may have to pay to access certain healthcare services within the sistema pubblico gratuito.
Ricetta medica: A prescription issued by a doctor that allows patients to obtain medications from pharmacies within the public healthcare system.
Esenzione ticket: Certain groups of people, such as low-income individuals or those with chronic conditions, may be eligible for exemption from paying the ticket sanitario mentioned earlier.
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