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, partners could be insured for free. This change impacts single-income households and those with limited work access, particularly women providing care. Exceptions exist for parents of young children, disabled children, and those caring for relatives. The reform is set to take effect in 2027.


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