need an operation-not on the system
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need an operation-not on the system
my friend is not on the system here and needs an operation on a hernia, if he goes on the system as self employed how long will he have to wait
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Re: need an operation-not on the system
Why are they not in the system???
Obviously they do not have private insurance and being self employed does not necessarily entitle you to free health care.
All in all it will be a long wait as getting onto the system is not that straight forward or quick.
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Re: need an operation-not on the system
he's only been here for 3 weeks
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Would it not be cheaper to purchase a private health plan?
Waiting lists do vary between each area.
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Re: need an operation-not on the system
thanks, will pass this on
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Re: need an operation-not on the system
If he registers as self employed he will pay at least €250 a month every month for the priviledge.
Private health care for a couple in their late €50's is about €140 a month
That should tell your friend what to do
Private health care for a couple in their late €50's is about €140 a month
That should tell your friend what to do
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Re: need an operation-not on the system
Private medical cover will not cover an existing condition I wouldn't have thought
#10
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However nor will signing on as autonomo when you arent self employed be looked upon very kindly.
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If he had got his paperwork sorted before he left the UK he would of probably been covered for it here.
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Re: need an operation-not on the system
It will take some time to organise but perhaps he could get an E106 from DWP.