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Italian Phrase

Questo farmaco è coperto?

/ˈkwɛs.to farˈma.ko ɛ ˈkɔp.re.to/
Meaning"Is this medication covered?"
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Meaning

The speaker is asking whether the medication in question is covered by a health plan, insurance, or the national health service. It can also imply a request for confirmation that the drug will be reimbursed.

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When to use

Use this sentence at a pharmacy, when speaking with a doctor, or when calling your health‑insurance provider to verify coverage for a prescription.

✦Grammar Breakdown

Questofarmacoècoperto?

1

Questo (demonstrative adjective)

Used before a masculine singular noun to point out something specific; it agrees in gender and number with the noun.

2

farmaco (noun)

A masculine singular noun meaning “medication” or “drug.”

3

è (present of essere)

Third‑person singular present of the verb “to be,” used here to link the subject with its description.

4

coperto (past participle as adjective)

Functions as an adjective meaning “covered” or “included”; it agrees with the masculine singular subject.

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Question formation

Italian questions can be formed simply by raising intonation; the word order stays the same as in a statement.

🗨In Conversation

A

Questo farmaco è coperto?

Is this medication covered?

Sì, è incluso nella tua polizza sanitaria.

Yes, it’s included in your health insurance policy.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • Questo farmaco è coperte?

    The adjective must agree with the masculine singular noun “farmaco,” so use “coperto,” not the feminine plural form.

  • Questo farmaco è coperto da?

    Adding “da” creates an incomplete prepositional phrase; you would need to specify the source, e.g., “coperto dalla tua assicurazione.”

↔Alternatives

  • Questo medicinale è incluso?

    Is this medicine included?

  • Questo farmaco è rimborsabile?

    Is this drug reimbursable?

  • Il farmaco è coperto dalla tua assicurazione?

    Is the drug covered by your insurance?

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Cultural Tip

In Italy the Servizio Sanitario Nazionale (SSN) covers many prescription drugs, but the list varies by region and by the specific health plan. When you ask “Questo farmaco è coperto?” you’re usually referring to the SSN or a private health‑insurance policy. Be aware that some pharmacies may ask for a prescription card (tessera sanitaria) before confirming coverage.