January 10, 2003, Newsletter Issue #125: Health and Insurance
Tip of the Week
Most German doctors speak some English. Pharmacies (Apotheken) can be easily distinguished by a large red A. They operate a round-the-clock-service by rotation. Outside normal hours, you will find a sign in the door indicating the nearest open one.
German health insurance will only reimburse you for your visit to the dentist if you go every 6 months. You will get a stamp for each visit. If major work is done you will get up to 60 % of the total cost back. Just a check will normally not cost you anything, providing you are covered. If you do not have insurance you can go to the dentist as a private patient. Be sure to call ahead and inquire if the dentist accepts this method of payment.
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