elective surgery wait time
13-Month Wait Pushes Elective Surgery Costs Up 20%
A 13-month wait on the MOH list can add up to 10% extra cost each month, turning a €3,000 procedure into a €4,000 bill. Families face rising out-of-pocket expenses while public hospitals scramble to clear a swelling backlog. The ripple effects touch budgeting, mental health, and even medical