Social Insurance: Billions in Deficit in Care
The German long-term care insurance sector faces a significant financial deficit, requiring federal loans to avoid major shortfalls.
Many forget an important household task in the kitchen – risk of water damage not covered by insurance: "It is the first sign"
Many Finns neglect to clean their refrigerator's condensation drain, risking water damage that their home insurance may not cover.
IMPORTANT CHANGE: Waiting list for special care will no longer lead to backlogs when documents expire
The Estonian Social Insurance Board is initiating contact with individuals on the waiting list for special care services to ensure their rights remain uninterrupted as their documents expire.
Reform of Long-Term Care Insurance: 3286 Euros for a Care Place – and That's Only the Personal Contribution
The Barmer health insurance company calls for urgent reforms in long-term care insurance due to skyrocketing costs and a significant increase in the number of care recipients in Bavaria.
Anyone who looked after children between 1978 - 2010 could be in line for £8,377
Individuals who provided care for children between 1978 and 2010 may be eligible for significant backpay due to a state pension error.
‘Filial Insurance’ that lowers the threshold with easy screening, be sure to check your parents' medical history before enrolling
The rising popularity of 'filial insurance' highlights the increased accessibility for elderly clients to manage the healthcare risks of their parents, especially with easy screening options.
Private Health Care Companies Launch Plans for Pets
A major Argentine health care company has introduced a health insurance plan for pets, reflecting the rising importance of animals in family life.
He lost his savings due to his wife's cancer and at 76 he drives an Uber to survive
Jeff Mason, 76, drives for Uber in New Jersey to make ends meet after losing his savings due to his wife's cancer treatment costs before pre-existing conditions were protected under the Affordable Care Act.
F.A.Z. exclusive: The 215 billion risk for the youth
A new report warns that upcoming government reforms in Germany's pension and care insurance systems could impose a costly burden on future generations.
F.A.Z. Exclusive: The 215 Billion Risk for Younger Generations
The proposed reform in long-term care insurance could impose financial burdens on younger generations exceeding those of the planned pension changes, potentially leading to intergenerational conflict.
F.A.Z. exclusive: The 215 billion risk for younger people
A new analysis suggests that a proposed nursing care reform in Germany could lead to an additional financial burden of €300 billion on future generations, potentially igniting further generational conflicts over fiscal responsibility.
In health, are we protected from everyday life or what really matters?
The article discusses the misconception of health insurance as a mere service for routine care, emphasizing the importance of being prepared for unexpected severe medical events.
Everyone but one minister is running in the parliamentary election
Only the Minister of Elderly Care and Social Insurance, Anna Tenje, is not running for parliament, while other ministers prepare for the upcoming elections in Sweden.
Cost Debate: When You Have to Pay for the Dentist Yourself
The article discusses the implications of dental treatments not being covered by statutory health insurance in Switzerland and Spain, questioning if this model could be adopted in Germany.
Cost Debate: When You Have to Pay the Dentist Yourself
The article discusses the implications of the lack of dental coverage in Switzerland and Spain, examining its impact on dental tourism in nearby German towns like Jestetten.
Pensioner with dementia in 24-hour care found guilty of unpaid car insurance
A 76-year-old woman with dementia was convicted for not insuring a car she can no longer drive due to her health condition.
Last year, the number of adopted and foster children decreased
Last year saw a decrease in both the number of adopted children and those placed in foster care in Estonia, according to the Social Insurance Board.
Dental Checkups and Treatment: Which Dental Services Are Covered by the Health Insurance Fund
The article discusses various dental services covered by the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund in Lithuania and the process for obtaining these services.
Dentist on uninsured patients: "The problems are cavities and often completely destroyed teeth"
Dentist Peter Urbanowicz advocates for uninsured patients, opposing the CDU's proposal to exclude dental care from health insurance coverage, which has sparked controversy even within the party.
A Heavy Reminder: These Dogs Should Wear Coats
Small and short-haired dogs, in particular, need to wear coats outdoors when temperatures drop below freezing, according to Agria Animal Insurance.
Health Insurance Corporation Chairman: 'Concerns over Health Insurance Deficit ... Strengthening Oversight on Over-treatment'
The National Health Insurance Corporation in South Korea plans to strengthen oversight on over-treatment in medical institutions to reduce financial deficits, as the chairman warns of impending fiscal depletion without adjustment to increasing medical practices.
Fewer patients choosing specialist care as costs spiral
A report reveals that rising out-of-pocket costs for specialist care are causing patients to delay treatment and seek better options.
Dog owners warned against trying one remedy at home when pets are ill
Pet owners are cautioned not to use paracetamol for their dogs, as incorrect dosages can cause serious harm, according to a pet insurance expert.
Trump health care plan doesn't help people facing skyrocketing ACA premiums
President Trump announced a new health care outline that fails to address the rising premiums faced by individuals purchasing insurance through the ACA marketplace.
F.A.Z. exclusive: AOK and substitute funds also demand an end to the nursing budget
AOK and substitute health insurance funds criticize hospitals for the misuse of care budgets, stating that while costs and staffing are rising, patient care is not improving, ultimately disadvantaging contributors.
Marrying for health insurance? The ACA cost crisis forces some drastic choices
The article discusses how the Affordable Care Act's cost issues are leading some individuals, like Mathew, to marry friends primarily for health insurance coverage.
Fraud in Hospitals?: The Big Row Over Care Budgets
The head of the company health insurance funds has accused hospitals of deliberately misreporting their care costs, a claim that has been vehemently denied by the hospitalization association, which has called for the dissolution of the health insurance association.
Millions of Americans Lose Health Care with the New Year
Millions in the U.S. are left without health insurance as key state subsidies expire, impacting families like Adrienne Martin's in Texas.
US health insurance costs to rise by 114% for millions as subsidies expire
More than 20 million people in the United States are set to experience a 114% increase in health insurance costs starting January 1 due to the expiration of enhanced tax credits under the Affordable Care Act.
US federal employees file complaint against ban on gender-affirming care
Federal employees are challenging a new Trump administration policy that removes coverage for gender-affirming care under federal health insurance programs.
Healthcare System: Health Insurance Physicians Chief Demands Fee for Every Doctor Visit
The head of the National Association of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians, Andreas Gassen, proposed a 'contact fee' of three to four euros for every doctor visit in order to help control the rising billions in medical care costs.
The Imbalance of the Care System – and a Horror Scenario
The planned reform of the care system is stalled, prompting alarm from the governing coalition and drastic warnings from the health insurance association about potential insolvency of several care funds by 2026.
Financing of Long-Term Care Insurance: Association Warns of Insolvency of Care Funds
The head of the top health insurance association challenges the rules for long-term care eligibility, warning of imminent insolvency for several care funds next year due to reliance on federal loans.
Due to the threat of insolvency among nursing care funds, the fund chief proposes higher thresholds for care dependency
The head of the health insurance association warns of the impending insolvency of several nursing care funds and calls for reforms to address the situation.
Nursing care funds face bankruptcy - Fund chief proposes higher hurdles for care dependency
The chief of the health insurance associations warns of potential bankruptcy for several nursing care funds and emphasizes the need for reforms in the nursing sector, highlighting that the seriousness of the situation is not yet fully understood by all parties involved.