A sanatorium is a facility that combines spa treatments with relaxation. Seniors can improve their health there by benefiting from rehabilitation procedures and specialized medical care.
Seniors who have health issues requiring spa treatment can benefit from a sanatorium. Most commonly, these are conditions affecting the circulatory, respiratory, and musculoskeletal systems, as well as metabolic diseases.
– valid health insurance (through the NFZ),
– a referral from a family doctor or specialist,
– current test results (e.g., blood count, ECG, chest X-ray),
– a description of the course of the illness.
The doctor assesses whether spa treatment is appropriate in each case.
Doctor’s visit – the doctor issues a referral for spa treatment.
– Sending the referral – the document is submitted to the NFZ office.
– Assessment of the referral – the NFZ checks the necessity and qualifies the patient.
– Waiting for a decision – the waiting time ranges from a few months to a year.
– Assignment of the sanatorium – the patient receives the date and location for treatment.
– confirm your departure,
– bring your ID card and medical documentation,
– prepare a list of necessary items (medications, clothing, documents).
In some cases, you can request a change of date or location for the treatment.
The stay is partially funded by the NFZ. The patient only pays for accommodation and meals according to the current rate (ranging from a few to several dozen zlotys per day). Treatments and medical care are free.
Yes! If someone doesn’t want to wait, they can purchase a private stay. You can then choose the date, location, and range of treatments yourself. The cost of a private stay ranges from several to over ten thousand zlotys per treatment stay.
A sanatorium stay for seniors is a great way to improve health and well-being. All it takes is a doctor’s referral, a few tests, and some patience to benefit from spa treatment funded by the NFZ. Alternatively, you can opt for a private stay and go immediately.
April 28, 2025
