Germany's cabinet approves health reform ending free spousal co-insurance

fr.de (German)

Germany's cabinet approved a health reform restricting free spousal co-insurance in statutory health insurance. A 2.5% contribution surcharge will now apply. Previously, spouses could be insured for free. This change impacts households with a single income, particularly women who take time off work for caregiving. Exceptions exist for parents of young children, those caring for disabled or ill relatives, and retirees. The reform is set to take effect in 2027.


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