Poland proposes monthly earnings cap for public healthcare physicians
The Polish government has announced plans to implement a monthly salary ceiling of 76,800 zlotys for doctors in the public sector, alongside restrictions on total working hours. The move aims to regulate public expenditure and labor practices, though the potential impact on physician retention and public service availability remains uncertain.
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Poland: Government Mandates Public Healthcare Salary Caps, Restructures System
The Polish government has confirmed plans to introduce a comprehensive healthcare reform package, including a mandated salary ceiling for public healthcare workers at 76,800 PLN per month (16 times the national minimum wage). Draft legislation is expected to be submitted to the Sejm in September, aiming to regulate public expenditure and eliminate patient waiting lists. The potential impact on medical staff retention and public service availability remains uncertain.