Health Minister Schipper is collaborating with plastic surgeons to assess whether medically necessary plastic surgery should be reinstated in basic health insurance coverage.
Excluded Since 2005
Ten years ago, plastic surgery was removed from the basic package due to excessive abuse. The minister now wants to revisit this amid concerns that many patients are underserved.
Surgeons Must Step Up
Reinstating it risks renewed abuse, so clear criteria are essential for what qualifies for reimbursement. Plastic surgeons will need to take responsibility to safeguard the system.
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