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  • Early detection of cancer: what examinations are there?

    With screening, cancer or certain cancer precursors can be detected before they cause symptoms. The chances of healing thus often improve.

  • Second opinion: when can a second medical opinion be sought?

    Deciding whether or not to have an operation is often difficult. A second medical opinion can help. In some cases, people with statutory insurance benefit from a specific procedure.

  • Out-of-hospital intensive care – care for those with a critical illness

    Critically ill people sometimes require special intensive care. This article provides information about how out-of-hospital intensive care is prescribed and the associated benefits and costs.

  • Patients’ rights: what you are entitled to

    It is important that patients understand their own rights. This article explains which patient rights exist and what doctors’ obligations are.

  • Therapeutic services

    Physiotherapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, podology and nutritional therapy are all among the therapeutic services to which people with statutory health insurance are entitled.

  • IGeL – overview of self-payer services

    In Germany, “IGeL” are individual health services that are not normally paid for by statutory health insurance providers.

  • Medication costs – insurance cover and co-payments

    When a doctor prescribes medication for a patient, most of the cost is covered by the health insurance funds. Read on to find out what costs are covered and what has to be paid by patients themselves.

  • Prenatal care: check-ups and counseling

    Regular check-ups during pregnancy are important for both mother and baby. They allow risks or complications to be detected and treated at an early stage.