Emergency treatment costs

[Rtony]

I had to go to the local A&E for treatment when I was on holiday in May this year. They took a copy of my EHIC but now I have received a bill for 79 Euros.

Isn't emergency treatment paid for by using the card?

Thanks,

Tony

[Will]

The EHIC entitles you to the same level of treatment and reimbursement that a French resident would receive from the French health system. That means that in general you are covered for around 70% of normal costs. You may be able to apply for a full refund from the NHS. See here.

[Rtony]

Thanks Will,

Do you know if there's an online form to fill in/download?

Tony

[Will]

From the above link:

How to claim refunds

Reimbursements are claimed from the local CPAM office (Caisse

Primaire D‘Assurance Maladie) in France. You will need to provide the

treatment form (feuille de soins), copies of receipts and prescriptions,

a copy of your EHIC, your address of residence and your bank details,

including IBAN and BIC. Confirmation of your refund will be sent to your

home address.

If you have had to pay for the cost of your care and have been unable

to claim a refund during your stay in France you should contact the

Overseas Healthcare Team (Newcastle) on 0191 218 1999 (Monday - Friday,

8am - 5pm) on your return to the UK. However, this process will take

longer than claiming for a refund in France.

[Rtony]

Thanks alot for the info. Will