heilbrigðiskerfi
heilbrigðiskerfi refers to the public health care system of Iceland. It provides universal health coverage to residents and is funded primarily through taxation and the Icelandic Health Insurance (Sjúkratryggingar Íslands). Services are delivered largely by publicly run providers, with Landspítali—the National University Hospital of Iceland—serving as the largest hospital and a central hub for specialist care.
Organisation and delivery: Primary care is organized through municipal health centers and general practitioners contracted by
Financing and access: The system is financed through public funds and the Icelandic Health Insurance. Residents
Private sector and international aspects: Private clinics and specialists operate alongside the public system, offering elective
Strengths and challenges: The heilbrigðiskerfi provides universal coverage and generally high-quality care. Geographic dispersion, a small