News & Updates
The latest changes in German health insurance — policy shifts, rate changes, and reforms that affect your wallet and coverage.
Hospital Reform (Krankenhausreform) Underway in Germany
Germany is currently undergoing one of the most significant healthcare restructuring efforts in decades. The hospital reform (Krankenhausreform) aims to modernize the hospital system, improve quality of care, and address financial pressures within the healthcare sector. With around 1,700 hospitals across the country, Germany has more hospitals per capita than many other developed nations. While […]
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New Psychotherapy Access Reforms in Germany
Access to mental health care remains one of the biggest challenges within Germany’s healthcare system. Despite ongoing reforms, many patients still face waiting times of 3 to 6 months for a regular psychotherapy spot. To address this issue, Germany has introduced several reforms aimed at improving access, expanding treatment options, and providing faster support for […]
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Electronic Patient Record (ePA) Rollout in Germany
Germany is continuing the nationwide rollout of the electronic patient record (elektronische Patientenakte, ePA), marking a major step toward digital healthcare. The system is designed to give patients easier access to their medical information while improving coordination between doctors, hospitals, and healthcare providers. Under the new approach, every member of Germany’s statutory health insurance system […]
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Digital Health Apps (DiGA) — Apps on Prescription in Germany
Germany continues to expand its digital healthcare system through the DiGA program (Digitale Gesundheitsanwendungen). The initiative allows doctors to prescribe certified digital health applications that are fully covered by statutory health insurance. With more than 50 approved digital health apps now available, patients across Germany can access innovative digital therapies for a growing range of […]
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2026 Supplementary Health Insurance Contribution Rises Again
Germany’s statutory health insurance system continues to experience rising costs in 2026. The average supplementary contribution (Zusatzbeitrag) has increased to around 1.7%, continuing the upward trend seen in recent years. For many policyholders, this means slightly higher monthly premiums. At the same time, contribution increases can also create an opportunity to review your current insurer […]
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