Servizio Sanitario Nazionale

Definition

The Servizio Sanitario Nazionale, or SSN, is the national healthcare system in Italy. It provides universal coverage and access to medical services for all Italian citizens and residents.

Related terms

Ticket sanitario: This refers to the small fee that patients may have to pay for certain medical services under the SSN.

Pronto soccorso: This term refers to emergency departments or urgent care centers where people can seek immediate medical attention.

Medico di base: Also known as a general practitioner or family doctor, this is the primary care physician who serves as the first point of contact for patients within the SSN.