Supreme Court Reverses Hospital Companion Fee
Prishtina, Kosovo – The Supreme Court of Kosovo has ruled against a recent regulation imposing a €3 daily fee for patient companions in hospitals. The decision, announced on May 13, 2026, stems from a lawsuit filed by the Kosovo Institute of Justice (IKD) challenging the Ministry of Health’s Administrative Instruction No. 03/2024.
The court determined that specific sections of the instruction were unlawful. Point 4 of Annex 3 and point 5 of Annex 4, relating to co-payments for accompanying persons over 15, were declared illegal by the supreme court. The lawsuit, brought by IKD, argued against the legality of these provisions.
The ruling signifies a shift in policy regarding fees for individuals accompanying patients during their hospital stays. This decision highlights the court’s role in overseeing administrative regulations and ensuring they align with legal standards. The Supreme Court’s action impacts the process for individuals acting as companions for patients within Kosovan hospitals.
Further details regarding the implementation of this revised policy will be released by the Ministry of Health.
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This ruling highlights the ongoing struggle to ensure equitable access to healthcare for all patients and their families.