The Truth About Italian Medical Care: Interview with Dr. Andrea Armenio

We have had many questions about Italian healthcare for expats and we have had some experiences with some of our clients needing medical care in Italy. Here is what you need to know from Dr. Andrea Armenio, a specialist in reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery and Medical Director IRCCS-Oncological Institute "John Paul II" of Bari.

Thanks to Studio Legale Metta for hosting this interview. You can more information on their services at https://www.studiolegalemetta.com/en/

STP Card: The Straniero Temporaneamente Presente, or Foreigner Temporarily Present, card is valid for 6 months, can be renewed, and is issued free of charge for non-EU/non-resident individuals who do not have legal immigration status. It can be obtained through a hospital at the time of an emergency visit, or in advance through any Local Health Authority (ASL) office. The STP card covers the following services:
* Urgent treatments that cannot be postponed without danger of life or damage to the health of the person
* Essential treatments that are related to non-dangerous diseases in the short-term, but could eventually create health problems or be life-threatening
* Continuous treatments that allow for treatments for longer periods

More information on the STP card is on the Agenzia Entrate website: https://agenziaentrate.gov.it/portale/web/guest/italian-health-insurance-card-and-foreign-citizens