Organization and financial support of healthcare for public employees in the Russian Federation: a review of departmental health services in the Ministry of Defense

The review outlines the main legislative aspects of organization and financial support of health services for public institution employees inRussia. Specifically, the review describes the legal framework and regulations of healthcare for servicepersons and other staff within the Ministry of Defense of theRussian Federation. We discuss the financing mechanisms of the departmental health service in the Ministry of Defense. Conclusions are made on the need to improve the legislative base of financial and administrative support of healthcare for the military and associated personnel.