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Is Healthcare in Norway Completely Free?


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By Stephanie Katz - Posted on
12 May 2011
Been hearing mixed things? Is healthcare in Norway free or are there co-payments and small fees charged here and there?
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Hi there-

Though all citizens and expat residents of Norway are entitled to healthcare, it's not completely free - contrary to popular idea. Healthcare in Norway is greatly subsidized by the government, but it's still necessary to pay a small fixed fee (works kind of like a deductible) that changes annually. Once you pay this fee, then you get a "free card" called a frikort and you won't have to pay anymore for the entire year.

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Hi!

I have two questions:

1. As a temporary resident (skilled worker) what can I expect in terms of health care? Should I keep my American health insurance? (I hope not!)

2. I have prescription medication that I need to take daily. How can I get this prescription in Norway?

Thanks very much!

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