Apply for medical aids
Application to the long-term care insurance fund for coverage of the costs of consumable care supplies (e.g., disposable gloves, disinfectants) or technical aids.
How to proceed
- 1
A care level must be assigned
Requirements for coverage by the long-term care insurance fund.
- 2
Submit an application to the long-term care insurance fund
Informally or through a partner (medical supply store, pharmacy).
- 3
Approval and Delivery
Disposable medical supplies are reimbursed up to a maximum monthly amount.
Responsible authority
The authority of your main place of residence is responsible.Find authority →
Fees
Varies by case
Processing time
approx. 2 weeks
Official: max. approx. 1 months
Online application
Online possible – at the responsible authority
Common mistakes
- • The monthly limit for consumable medical supplies has been exceeded
- • No doctor's prescription for assistive devices
Common reasons for rejection
- • No recognized care level
- • Medical devices not listed in the medical device directory
You can usually file an objection against a rejection.
The essentials before applying
Who is eligible?
People with a recognized care level who receive care at home.
Income limit
The limit varies by household and region – see the table at the responsible authority or in the application assistant.
Processing time
Nationwide: approx. approx. 2 weeks
Success rate
approx. 90.0 % (estimate)
Most common mistakes
- •The monthly limit for consumable medical supplies has been exceeded
- •No doctor's prescription for assistive devices
Common reasons for rejection
- •No recognized care level
- •Medical devices not listed in the medical device directory
Alternatives
- Check related services in the application assistant
- Use social counselling before applying
If rejected
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.