In a significant legislative move, Ukraine’s parliament has passed a law aimed at alleviating the financial burden on injured military personnel seeking medical treatment. The law, introduced by Yulia Tymoshenko, guarantees comprehensive state funding for all medical assistance needed by wounded soldiers until their complete recovery, including advanced prosthetics.
The new legislation, referred to as bill 13704-d, includes several key provisions: Soldiers will maintain their full salary and benefits during treatment and rehabilitation, whether in Ukraine or abroad. Additional monthly payments are established at 50,000 UAH for prolonged treatments and 100,000 UAH for severe injuries, captivity, disappearance, or internment, with increased amounts available for multiple qualifying conditions.
Moreover, the law allows for medical care to be extended beyond 12 months at the expense of the state and ensures free rehabilitation for chronic conditions, including coverage in foreign medical facilities. It also mandates remote verification of medical fitness for soldiers receiving treatment overseas and prohibits their return to active duty without a formal medical decision.
The legislation guarantees access to treatments, rehabilitation, prosthetics, and nutrition for all defenders of Ukraine, including foreigners and stateless individuals serving in the Armed Forces, National Guard, and State Special Transport Service, as well as police officers.
Additionally, it ensures comprehensive provision of high-quality prosthetics covered by the budget, the option for individuals to choose their specialists and manufacturers, compensation for personal purchases, and a focus on limb preservation, including preventive measures against amputations, restorative surgery, and early rehabilitation.
