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Surge in Patient Transfer Requests – ΟΑΥ Identifies Dysfunctions and Changes Submission Process

Published January 19, 2026, 05:16
Surge in Patient Transfer Requests – ΟΑΥ Identifies Dysfunctions and Changes Submission Process

The Health Insurance Organisation (ΟΑΥ) is facing a surge in requests for patient transfers abroad, having handled almost 400 requests in 4 months. Delays were identified due to incomplete files, leading the ΟΑΥ to change the submission process. New guidelines are being implemented for doctors, with clear deadlines and stricter requirements for transfers. This change aims to improve the efficiency and transparency of the process.