Healthcare & Kupot Holim (קופת חולים)

Israeli Healthcare System

Israel has universal healthcare. Every resident must register with a Kupat Holim (health fund). Registration is free.

The 4 Kupot Compared

Kupat HolimMembersStrengthsEnglish
Clalit~4.8MLargest network, own hospitalsLimited
Maccabi~2.5MTechnology, fast service, appGood
Meuhedet~1.2MCustomer service, French serviceLimited
Leumit~0.7MPersonalized, smallerLimited

Emergencies

ServiceNumber
MDA (ambulance)101
Hatzalah1221
Police100
Fire102