Tachles Israel is an independent information service, not a government authority. Check binding conditions, eligibility and deadlines with the official source.
Before you start
A listed test is not covered for everyone at every provider.
Who is this guide for?
Insured people checking test coverage.
Maccabi examples; service, condition, age, plan and provider matter; no recommendation for a specific test.
The checklist
Identify exact test
Referral/summary.
Similar names can denote different services.
Check coverage source
Plan details.
Supplementary plan does not cover everything.
Check prior approval
Approval records.
Referring doctor may not approve funding.
Check provider/cost first
Approval/price.
No guaranteed reimbursement without approval.
Request reasoned decision
Decision/evidence.
Complaint does not grant unfunded service.
Official sources
These links let you check with the responsible authority. The website's verification date does not guarantee that every detail has remained up to date since then.
Frequently asked questions
Does a referral require payment at any institute I choose?
Not by itself. Check eligibility, contracted provider and matching approval/obligation.
Reports help us check and update guides.