Luxembourg Patient Advocates Warn of Medical Tourism Risks

While lower costs and shorter waiting times attract international patients, Luxembourg's Patientevertriedung warns of significant, often underestimated, risks in medical tourism. Georges Clees highlights that 'all-inclusive' packages frequently lack transparent details for post-treatment complications.

Patient Vulnerabilities

Luxembourg doctors are not obliged to provide follow-up care for foreign procedures, leaving international patients vulnerable to substantial extra costs and complex legal issues. Georges Clees emphasizes: “We see people who come back after something has gone wrong and don’t know how to fix it. They go to a dentist here and are told that there is nothing to be done. Then, they’re left with the problem and have to travel back abroad, this time without a package, to try to resolve it.”

Essential Due Diligence

The Patientevertriedung advocates for strengthening domestic healthcare via revised reimbursement policies for more affordable treatments in Luxembourg. For individuals considering cross-border healthcare, thorough research is crucial. The patients' rights association advises investigating quality of care, explicit follow-up agreements, and understanding legal rights in the chosen healthcare destination.

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