Category: Health
German health insurers propose 50-billion reform package to curb rising costs
(de-news.net) – According to Health Minister Nina Warken (CDU), the Commission on Health Reform is expected to present its initial findings at the end of…
Both private and statutory insurers face financial pressures in 2026
(de-news.net) – At the outset of 2026, a significant proportion of privately insured individuals will be compelled to prepare for marked increases in their health…
1.3 million care employees in Germany set for wage increase
(de-news.net) – By the middle of 2027, minimum wages for employees in Germany’s care sector are scheduled to rise in two distinct phases, according to…
After Bundesrat stops health sector savings package, Warken rules out return of practice fee
(de-news.net) – Jens Baas, Chief Executive Officer of the Techniker Krankenkasse (TK) health insurance, has issued a grave warning concerning the future of statutory health…
Federal Council halts austerity package aimed at stabilizing health insurance contributions
(de-news.net) – The savings passage, which had been approved by both the Bundestag and the Federal Government with the intention of stabilizing the state’s health…
Reintroduction of the practice fee in Germany?
(Gemini Audio) (de-news.net) – Regarding the possible reinstatement of a practice charge for German patients, the National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Funds (GKV) has…
Bundestag adopts savings package of 2 billion euros to stabilize health insurance, strengthens nursing profession
(de-news.net) – In a major effort to counteract escalating healthcare expenditures, the German Bundestag has passed a comprehensive savings package totaling 2 billion euros for…
Drug Commissioner calls for revisions of cannabis law, stronger youth protection
(de-news.net) – Germany’s Federal Drug Commissioner Hendrik Streeck (CDU) has called for urgent amendments to the country’s cannabis legislation, citing contradictions within the current law…
