Discussion - Germany Universal Healthcare System

Healthcare is a priority in Germany. The government spends 77% for healthcare insurance cover while the private sector caters for the remaining 23%. The government-funded care cover is restricted to low-income earners, elderly and disabled residents of the country. Germany spends over 4000€ per capita annually. The persons earning more than the government's threshold are permitted to secure a private cover.

One of Germany's health care system's advantages is that hospital, and prescription co-pays are reasonable. For individuals receiving care under the German healthcare system, the government scheme's maxim cost is 10€ per day. Yearly stay a patient pays hospital 280€.  Members are also required to pay just 10€ for the prescription medicine. On a similar note, it possible to shop for better deals in Germany. Members of...