The European Commission acting on behalf of the European Stability Mechanism and the Hellenic Republic and the Bank of Greece came upon mutual agreement and signed a Supplemental Memorandum of Understanding in the form of an addendum. The addendum will be an integral part of the memorandum and will become effective upon signature.
Implementation of the reform agenda will provide the basis for a sustainable recovery, and the policies are built around four pillars:
- Restoring fiscal sustainability
- Safeguarding financial stability
- Growth, competitiveness and investment
- A modern State and public administration
Greek authorities have committed to further reforming the health care sector by:
- Providing universal, equal and effective care
- Controlling public expenditure
- Managing prices of pharmaceuticals
- Improving hospital management
- Increasing centralized procurement of hospital supplies
- Managing demand for pharmaceuticals and health care through evidence-based e-prescription protocols
- Commissioning private sector health care providers in a cost effective manner,
- Modernizing IT systems
- Developing a new electronic referral system for primary and secondary care that allows to formulate care pathways for patients
For more information, download the MoU
Comments or questions are welcome.
