HIV care in Italy is excellent, fully funded by the SSN, and managed through specialized Malattie Infettive departments at public hospitals. You will receive an exemption code (Esenzione 020) that covers all HIV-related blood tests, specialist visits, and antiretroviral therapy (ART) without ticket co-pays. Organizations like LILA and Arcigay, as well as the Checkpoints, provide invaluable peer support and navigation assistance.