Is Healthcare in Russia Really Free? | Slow Russian A2-B1

Here is the complete description for your YouTube video translated entirely into English, including the translated chapter titles: YouTube Video Description Is healthcare in Russia really free? How does the medical system work in practice? In this video, I explain how the Russian compulsory medical insurance system (OMS / ОМС) works in simple, slow Russian adapted for A2-B1 learners. We look at state polyclinics, who pays for medical insurance (employers vs. state), how to book an appointment with a doctor, and what services are covered free of charge — including real-life emergency care. This lesson will help you expand your vocabulary related to health, medical appointments, and everyday life in Russia. 💬 Question for you: How does the healthcare system work in your country? Let me know in the comments below! 🔔 Subscribe for more weekly slow Russian listening practice and real stories from Siberia! 📍 Chapters: • 0:00 Basics of Free Healthcare in Russia • 1:05 What is OMS and How It Works • 3:31 Who Actually Pays for Your Treatment • 7:13 What You Can Get Under the OMS Policy • 10:21 Pros and Cons of the Free System #SlowRussian #RussianForBeginners #LearnRussian #RussianHealthcare #A2B1Russian