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German health insurers warn of 50M cancelled appointments as outpatient funds cut
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SeverityModerateDie WeltDE
Germany plans to introduce fixed appointment quotas in doctor's offices from 2027, which the Kassenärztliche Bundesvereinigung warns could increase wait times for legally insured patients. The policy aims to manage demand but may strain access to primary care. The impact depends on implementation details and capacity adjustments.
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