Poland Expands E-Registration for Medical Specialists from August 1

Poland is set to implement significant changes to its medical appointment system, expanding the central e-registration platform for specialist consultations starting August 1, 2026. This move aims to streamline patient access and improve the efficiency of healthcare services nationwide. The central e-registration, which began operating in January 2026, allows patients to book appointments online via the Internet Patient Account (IKP) or the mojeIKP app, or traditionally by phone or in person. The system's scope will broaden to include first visits for specialists such as angiologists, infectious disease doctors, endocrinologists, hepatologists, immunologists, nephrologists, neonatologists, and pulmonologists. These changes build upon the initial phase introduced on July 1, which mandated the use of the central e-registration for mammograms, HPV HR tests, and first cardiology visits. Failure by healthcare providers to comply with the e-registration mandate could result in non-reimbursement of services by the National Health Fund (NFZ). The Ministry of Health plans to cover all 39 specializations by the end of 2027, accelerating the digital transformation of the healthcare sector to enhance patient safety and transparency.

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One of the most important elements of the package is the acceleration of the implementation of new digital tools that will increase patient safety, reduce the risk of abuse, and ensure transparent access to services.