Healthcare
Israel — Healthcare: Public Healthcare
Health system indicators for Israel, from World Bank Open Data: current health expenditure 7.1 % of GDP (2023); government share of current health expenditure 65 % (2023); out-of-pocket share of current health expenditure 20 % (2023); physicians 3.8 per 1,000 people (2023); hospital beds 3.1 per 1,000 people (2023); life expectancy at birth 83.2 years (2024).
VerifiedGovernment / official sourceWorld Bank — World Development Indicators (World Bank Open Data)Last reviewed: 2026-10-18
Key facts
- Current health expenditure: 7.1 % of GDP (2023)
- Government share of current health expenditure: 65 % (2023)
- Out-of-pocket share of current health expenditure: 20 % (2023)
- Physicians: 3.8 per 1,000 people (2023)
- Hospital beds: 3.1 per 1,000 people (2023)
- Life expectancy at birth: 83.2 years (2024)
Steps
- Enrolling in a HMO — The process for enrolling in a HMO in Israel is uncertain and requires further research.
- Navigating the Healthcare System — More information is needed to provide guidance on how to successfully navigate the public healthcare system in Israel.
Costs
- Total Public Healthcare Expenditure: 7.2% of GDP
Timelines
- Public Healthcare Expenditure Increase: Not specified in the snippets
Required documents
- Identification documents for the individual and their dependents, but the specific requirements are uncertain and require further research.
Common mistakes
- Assuming that all HMOs offer the same services and coverage.
- Not researching the specific services and coverage offered by the HMO chosen.
What these figures do not cover
These are national statistics. Who is eligible for the public system, how a foreign resident enrols, what it costs and waiting times are not covered here.