Strikes
Agency doctors threaten “massive walkout” if fees reduced
Agency doctors are threatening a large-scale strike in response to potential reductions in the fees paid for their services under new SNS regulations. The government decree-law governing these contracts has been in force for two months, but final fee structures have yet to be determined.
Why it matters
If you rely on the national health service (SNS), be aware that a potential strike by agency doctors could disrupt medical appointments and emergency service capacity if these fee negotiations fail.Portugal ResidentRead original ↗
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