Important changes for patients in Romania: Electronic identity card replaces health card
Starting September 1st, the Romanian healthcare system is undergoing a significant modernization phase. The current health card, used until now by all insured persons to access medical services, will be gradually replaced by the new electronic identity card (CEI).
This change is part of a broader process of digitizing public services. Authorities have announced that the new electronic identity card will take over the functions of the health card, thereby simplifying the interaction between patients and the medical system. The main goal is to reduce bureaucracy and facilitate access to services by using a single official document.
Doctors and healthcare providers will need to use an updated online platform to process the new documents. This transition will be gradual, meaning that patients who still hold the old health card will be able to continue using it until it expires or until they replace their identity document.
Authorities recommend that citizens inform themselves through official sources regarding the steps necessary to obtain the new electronic identity card. This measure represents an important step in aligning the Romanian medical system with European standards for digitization and data security.