I don't agree with your statement about the New Zealand healthcare system. For instance, in regards to dialysis: For patients using a haemodialysis machine at

I don't agree with your statement about the New Zealand healthcare system. For instance, in regards to dialysis: For patients using a haemodialysis machine at home, the health service provides the dialysis machine and all the medical supplies patients need, so the treatment itself is free. The same applies to patients on peritoneal dialysis. Patients do have to pay for things like some medications and home haemodialysis patients usually also pay for the extra power and water needed to run the machine and to keep them warm during dialysis. Some District Health Boards contribute some money to the cost of power and water. (from http://www.kidneysociety.co.nz/about-us/frequently-asked-questions/ http://www.kidneysociety.co.nz/about-us/frequently-asked-que...).