Doctors and services — Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases — what to know

An infectious diseases doctor deals with conditions caused by viruses, bacteria and parasites. People see one for a lasting fever, infections that do not clear, jaundice or hepatitis, and for vaccine advice before travel.

What happens at the visit

The doctor asks when the complaints began, whether you have travelled, whether you have been in contact with a sick person or with animals, and which vaccines you have had. They examine your skin, throat, lymph nodes and abdomen and order blood tests or tests of other samples.

Before the visit

Bring an identity document, the results of earlier tests and any discharge summaries, and a list of the medicines you take.

Bring your vaccination record and the results of the tests you have had. Note the temperatures of the last few days and the medicines you have taken.

Visits paid by НЗОК (NHIF)

A specialist visit paid by НЗОК (NHIF) usually needs a referral from your GP; a referral is valid for 30 days. A paid visit is possible without one. Whether the doctor sees НЗОК patients, which health funds they work with and the price are on their profile.

Source: NHIF (nhif.bg)

Updated on 10/11/2026

In an emergency, call 112.