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Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM)
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) encompasses various alternative treatment methods such as acupuncture, massage techniques and movement exercises. The core concept behind TCM is that the body has a system of life energies which circulate on pathways – known as meridians – and thus have an impact on all bodily functions. The goal is to restore balance in the body through targeted treatment of blockages.
Basic insurance
Alternative medicine
Acupuncture, anthroposophical medicine, Chinese medicine, homeopathy, phytotherapy by doctors with relevant training
Good to know
The basic insurance covers the costs of these five complementary medicine methods as long as the treatments are carried out by a medical specialist with appropriate further training:
- Acupuncture
- Anthroposophical medicine
- Homoeopathy
- Phytotherapy
- Traditional Chinese medicine
For these methods, ÖKK reimburses a maximum of 180 minutes of treatment time per six months.
Supplementary insurance
80%, up to CHF 1,000 per calendar year
Deductible: CHF 300 per calendar year
80%, up to CHF 5,000 per calendar year
Deductible: CHF 300 per calendar year
50%, up to CHF 500 per calendar year
80%, up to CHF 10,000 per calendar year, incl. neighbouring countries of Switzerland, Deductible: CHF 300 per calendar year
Non-recognised methods and therapists Other therapeutic methods (treatment by non-recognised doctors and therapists)50%, up to CHF 1,000 per calendar year, incl. neighbouring countries of Switzerland (benefit worldwide in combination with ÖKK HOSPITAL GLOBAL)
Good to know
Benefit under ÖKK NATURE supplementary insurance; therapist must be recognised by the EMR for this treatment method.
Previously offered supplementary insurance policies (ÖKK UNO) are not listed here.
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