GP Consultation: Who Qualifies and What You Get

This scheme provides residents with access to primary healthcare through appointments with a general practitioner.

👤Who it's for

This service is available to all residents living in the country. If you are a resident, you are eligible to access these primary care services to manage your general health and medical needs.

🎁What you get

You receive free primary care consultations. These appointments allow you to speak with a general practitioner (often referred to locally as a huisarts) regarding your medical concerns, symptoms, or health maintenance. This is the first point of contact for the healthcare system, designed to handle common illnesses and general medical advice.

💰What it costs you

There is no co-pay for these specific consultations. The cost of seeing your general practitioner is covered by your basic insurance, meaning you do not pay an out-of-pocket fee at the time of the appointment for the consultation itself.

⚠️The catch to know

The system operates on a referral basis. This means you cannot book an appointment with a medical specialist on your own. If your general practitioner determines that you require more advanced care, they must provide you with a referral (known locally as a verwijzing) before you can see a specialist.

📝How to apply

1. Find a general practitioner practice that is currently accepting new patients in your local area.
2. Register with the practice to become an official patient.
3. Contact the practice via their official channels to schedule an appointment when you require medical attention.