862
General medical practice activities
This category includes the activities of general practitioners or family doctors who provide basic medical consultations without hospitalization. Essentially, it refers to individual medical practices, outpatient medical centers, and any form of primary healthcare where the patient is seen on an outpatient basis, not hospitalized.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 862 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on general medical practice activities. It is ideal for founders aiming to offer specialized services or products in this economic niche within the Romanian market.
Who should avoid:
Avoid the exclusive use of code 862 if the main activity of your company shifts towards other commercial or related branches not specified in the official description. See the excluded activities section below.
General Medical Practice Activities
General medical practice activities represent the foundation of Romania's healthcare system, being the first line of contact between patients and the medical system. CAEN code 862 covers services provided by family doctors and general practitioners, who ensure prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of common conditions, as well as monitoring of chronic diseases. In the macroeconomic context, this sector plays a crucial role in reducing pressure on hospitals and costs of the public health system, through efficient management of mild cases and promotion of a healthy lifestyle. In the last ten years, Romania has faced a massive migration of general practitioners to countries with higher salaries, leading to an aging medical workforce and unequal access to services in rural areas. However, digitalization and telemedicine have opened new opportunities, enabling remote consultations and better appointment management. Entrepreneurs operating in this niche face challenges related to the bureaucracy of contracts with the Health Insurance House, high costs of medical equipment, and legislative fluctuations. On the other hand, the demand for quality medical services is constant, and developing private multidisciplinary medical centers that offer both general medicine and related specialties can be a successful strategy. Additionally, collaboration with local authorities for screening and health education programs can strengthen market position. In conclusion, although financial and personnel pressures are high, general medical practice remains a field with growth potential, especially in the context of an aging population and increased awareness of the importance of prevention.
Included Activities
- ✅ General medical consultations in individual or associated practices
- ✅ General practice activities on an outpatient basis
- ✅ Basic diagnosis and treatment services
- ✅ Prescription of medications and treatments
- ✅ Performing simple medical investigations (e.g., blood pressure measurement, basic blood tests)
- ✅ General medical counseling
- ✅ Family medicine services
- ✅ Prevention and screening activities
- ✅ Issuance of medical certificates and opinions
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Hospital medical care activities (code 8610)
- ❌ Specialized medical care activities (code 8622 and 8623)
- ❌ Dental care activities (code 8623)
- ❌ Medical laboratory activities (code 8690)
- ❌ Nursing and home care activities (code 8690)
- ❌ Ambulance activities (code 8690)
- ❌ Provision of telemedicine services (if not involving direct consultations)
- ❌ Occupational medicine activities (code 8622, if specialized)
- ❌ Radiology or imaging activities (code 8622)
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Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 862?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "general medical practice activities" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 862?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 862. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.