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The Swiss healthcare system is privatized to a higher degree than the US one (no Medicare/aid equivalents) yet it seems to be doing mostly fine because of sensible regulation?

>>ffgjgf+(OP)
While generally true it needs to be noted that health insurance is very expensive in Switzerland.

I'm not complaining since, first, this is a political decision and second, the level of service is outstanding.

For example: psychotherapy is paid for or, if your doc orders an MRI you get an appointment after tomorrow.

There's also no such shit as in network health providers (exceptions apply for some insurance models) or pre-existing conditions for the basic health plan (which is still pretty good and comprehensive).

While I do think that it's an overall good system it is expensive (and subsidized for people who can't afford it).

Also, health insurance is mandatory.

>>ffgjgf+(OP)
- It is mandatory to have health insurance, if you don't chose one the state will chose one for you - On the whole it's very expensive, although this is somewhat offset by the high standard of living - The insurance companies are legally forced to provide a lowest tier plan