Author: Germany Handbook Editorial Team

Mental health care in Germany explains public and private insurance systems, waiting times, and how to find English-speaking therapists.

German dental care limits public coverage, leading many expats to purchase supplemental insurance for expensive procedures like implants and crowns.

German health insurance co-payments and out-of-pocket medical costs explained, including public system caps and private plan deductibles.

German long-term care insurance details explains contribution rates, public versus private options, and the five care levels for residents.

German pharmacies and the prescription system explain how to obtain medications, manage co-payments, and use emergency services.

German emergency care requires knowing when to dial 112, how the 116117 on-call service operates, and what documents the hospital needs.

The 116117 service provides acute non-urgent medical care in Germany when regular doctors close, including clinic and home visits.

German medical appointment booking methods involve insurance differences, digital platforms, and hotlines to reduce long wait times.

The German referral system requires public insurance patients to obtain an official paper or digital slip from a primary doctor before seeing specialists.

Finding a Hausarzt in Germany involves public and private insurance rules, Doctolib searches, and managing appointments.