Apply for medical aids in Uelzen is handled by Pflegekasse (Ihre Krankenkasse); in the region it currently takes about approx. 2 weeks.
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Documents you need
Identification card or passport · Form / Application
Costs
Kostenlos (MDK-Begutachtung inklusive)
approx. 2 weeks in Uelzen
The Pflegekasse (Ihre Krankenkasse) in Uelzen currently needs about approx. 2 weeks. Booking an appointment online saves waiting time at the counter.
Official: max. approx. 1 months
A care level must be assigned
Requirements for coverage by the long-term care insurance fund.
Submit an application to the long-term care insurance fund
Informally or through a partner (medical supply store, pharmacy).
Approval and Delivery
Disposable medical supplies are reimbursed up to a maximum monthly amount.
Who is eligible?
People with a recognized care level who receive care at home.
Income limit
Success rate
approx. 90.0 % (estimate)
File a written objection within 30 days – with reasons why the decision is wrong and any missing evidence.
Free (MDK assessment included).
Typically about 14 business days—depending on the agency and its workload.