Statutory health insurance companies already finance your preventive healthcare in the form of outpatient preventive services in the event of impending illnesses and not only when an illness is present. We will show you how to apply for a cure.
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Nach Prüfung des Antrags erfolgt die Genehmigung durch den Kostenträger. Also die Krankenkasse oder Deutsche Rentenversicherung.
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"I can only go to the doctor when I'm really ill, because the costs won't be covered before then!" You often hear this or similar sentences. But this is a misconception! Statutory health insurance companies already finance your preventive healthcare in the form of outpatient preventive services in the event of imminent illness.
Stress, excessive demands, an unhealthy lifestyle or double burdens - in the long term, all of these can lead to illness in the worst case scenario. It is therefore essential that you take the first signs of an impending illness, such as persistent exhaustion or sleep disorders, seriously. Talk to your doctor and take precautions.
Because many people don't realise this: Insured persons are generally entitled to medical treatment and care. This is not only necessary for existing illnesses and complaints, but also to prevent illness (§ 23 Para. 2 SGB V). This type of cure is therefore a preventive cure that your doctor can certify as medically necessary. This is not to be confused with a rehabilitation programme.
Signs of impending illness
A medical measure lasting several weeks that allows parents and children to relax and promote health together. These cures are particularly aimed at families with health problems. They offer not only medical and therapeutic support, but also targeted recreational activities. The aim is to sustainably improve the physical and emotional health of the family members. Mother-father-child cures are carried out on a doctor's prescription and are usually financed by health insurance companies or other social insurance providers.
The Kneipp cure comprises the five pillars according to Pastor Kneipp: water, exercise, nutrition, herbs and inner order. Kneipp's natural healing method is the only holistic one in Europe, which is why it is also known as Traditional European Medicine. As such, Kneipp therapy ensures the healthy interaction of body, mind and soul. Kneipp therapy can be used preventively for many illnesses. However, Kneipp can also help with acute illnesses.
Follow-up rehabilitation (AHB) is an outpatient or inpatient medical rehabilitation service. The special feature is that it can only be considered for certain illnesses and immediately (at the latest 2 weeks after discharge) follows inpatient hospital treatment.
Climatic cures utilize the special climatic conditions of the location. The healing climatic effect depends on the purity, humidity, movement and warming of the air, the strength and duration of the sunlight, the weather and atmospheric influences, as well as the time of year.
Here, water from healing springs is drunk regularly over a longer period of time for therapeutic purposes.
Self-paying patients can benefit from first-class preventative services in the spas and health resorts. The tailor-made spa programs support health and relaxation at the highest level. Invest in your well-being and treat yourself to a break that will bring tangible long-term benefits for your health.
Inpatient, daypatient, outpatient?
Stationary: Der Patient wird in einer Klinik untergebracht. Hier ist für die Unterkunft, Verpflegung und die personelle Betreuung durch Pflegepersonal gesorgt. Alle Leistungen werden in der Kureinrichtung erbracht.
Semi-stationary: The patient only visits the clinic for several hours a day. He spends the weekends and evenings at home.
Outpatient: The patient organizes their stay themselves and takes care of their accommodation and meals. The prescribed treatments take place in a clinic or spa center.
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You can download the appropriate form to apply for a cure. It is necessary to talk to your doctor in advance to make a possible application for a cure or rehabilitation.
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