Rising Healthcare Costs: Government Blamed for Contribution Hike

German citizens face increased health insurance premiums as government underfunding for welfare recipients strains the system.

Krankenkassen contributions are set to rise by 0.8 percentage points in 2025, marking the largest increase in nearly 50 years.
The government currently pays only 119 euros per month for each welfare recipient, significantly less than the 350 euros that would cover costs.
This shortfall has resulted in a 9.2 billion euro deficit that contributors must compensate for, exacerbating the financial burden on insured individuals.
Critics argue that the government's failure to adjust funding as promised in the coalition agreement has led to unfair distribution of costs among citizens.
The aging population and rising healthcare costs are also significant factors contributing to the increase in Krankenkassen premiums.