We have public healthcare over here, and after you've spent a certain amount of money on medicines and fees (during 1 calender year) you get the rest for free, but you have to be prepared to wait for a long time for most of the surgery and stuff.
If you choose to go to a private clinic, it is more expensive, you don't get the free stuff after spending a certain amount of money, but you usually don't have to wait very long.
I think that works just nice. Personally I go to private doctors because I need to get things fixed fast, but those who can't (or doesn't want to) spend the extra money can still enjoy the public service.
I prefer spending a months wage on getting it done quick rather than wait for a long time. The fact that I can actually choose which way to do it is good enough for me.
edit: over here == Norway
If you choose to go to a private clinic, it is more expensive, you don't get the free stuff after spending a certain amount of money, but you usually don't have to wait very long.
I think that works just nice. Personally I go to private doctors because I need to get things fixed fast, but those who can't (or doesn't want to) spend the extra money can still enjoy the public service.
I prefer spending a months wage on getting it done quick rather than wait for a long time. The fact that I can actually choose which way to do it is good enough for me.
edit: over here == Norway