Rising Zusatzbeiträge Put Germany’s Statutory Health Insurance Under Pressure in 2025

22. August 2025

Rising Zusatzbeiträge Put Germany’s Statutory Health Insurance Under Pressure in 2025

In 2025, several German health insurers raised their Zusatzbeiträge, with TK at 2.56%, DAK at 2.8%, and Barmer at 3.29%. Experts warn of further hikes that could push total social security contributions toward 43% of income.

Germany Approves First EU Psilocybin Program for Treatment-Resistant Depression

08. August 2025

Germany Approves First EU Psilocybin Program for Treatment-Resistant Depression

Germany has launched the EU’s first medical psilocybin access program, offering new hope to adults with treatment-resistant depression through a compassionate use framework in two specialist clinics.

Germany Health Insurance Update – July 2025

31. Juli 2025

Germany Health Insurance Update – July 2025

In July 2025, Germany saw nine statutory health insurers raise additional contributions, major updates to the electronic patient record system, and key decisions on hybrid-DRGs for hospital funding.

Germany Optimizes Electronic Health Record System with ePA Version 3.0.5

14. Juli 2025

Germany Optimizes Electronic Health Record System with ePA Version 3.0.5

Germany released ePA Version 3.0.5 in July 2025, introducing the TI-Messenger and improving system performance for millions enrolled by default under the electronic health record system.

Nine Health Insurers Raise Zusatzbeitrag Rates in July 2025

01. Juli 2025

Nine Health Insurers Raise Zusatzbeitrag Rates in July 2025

In July 2025, nine statutory health insurers in Germany raised their Zusatzbeitrag rates, increasing monthly costs for many insured individuals amid financial pressures on the GKV system.

Major Health Insurance Changes in Germany – June 2025 Update

16. Juni 2025

Major Health Insurance Changes in Germany – June 2025 Update

Germany introduced significant health insurance changes in June 2025, including paid miscarriage leave, expanded maternity protections, ePA rollout, hospital reforms, higher insurance premiums, and student-focused info sessions.