Health Care Law at Russia
🏛️ Legal Framework of Healthcare in Russia
Russia's healthcare system is primarily governed by the following federal laws:
Federal Law No. 323-FZ (2011) – On the Fundamentals of Health Protection of Citizens in the Russian Federation:
Establishes the legal, organizational, and economic foundations for health protection.
Defines the rights and obligations of citizens, healthcare providers, and state authorities.
Outlines the state-guaranteed free provision of medical care and financing mechanisms.
Federal Law No. 326-FZ (2010) – On Compulsory Health Insurance in the Russian Federation:
Regulates the implementation of compulsory health insurance (OMS).
Specifies the rights and responsibilities of insured individuals and healthcare providers.
Details the funding sources and mechanisms for the OMS system. (Health care systems by country)
🏥 Healthcare System Structure
Ministry of Health: Oversees the healthcare system, develops policies, and ensures the implementation of healthcare laws.
Federal Compulsory Medical Insurance Fund (FFOMS): Manages the financial aspects of the OMS system. (Health care systems by country)
Federal Service for Surveillance in Healthcare (Roszdravnadzor): Responsible for the control and supervision of healthcare services, including licensing and compliance. (Federal Service for Surveillance in Healthcare :: Main page)
⚖️ Enforcement and Compliance
The Ministry of Health, FFOMS, and Roszdravnadzor collaborate to ensure compliance with healthcare laws. They conduct inspections, audits, and evaluations to monitor the quality and efficiency of healthcare services. Non-compliance may result in sanctions, including fines or the suspension of accreditation for healthcare providers. (Federal Service for Surveillance in Healthcare :: Main page)
🧾 Recent Legislative Developments
Telemedicine Law: Introduced to regulate the use of telemedicine technologies, ensuring data protection and establishing a unified information system for healthcare services. (Telemedicine Law In Russia - Healthcare - Russian Federation)
HIV/AIDS Initiatives: The Russian government has faced criticism for its stance on HIV/AIDS prevention, including the banning of organizations like the Elton John AIDS Foundation, which has disrupted critical medical services. (Russia Has Banned the Elton John Aids Foundation, Labeling It an "Undesirable" Organization)
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