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As of 1 July 2026, Solidaris Vlaanderen is introducing several changes to its supplementary benefits and reimbursements. A number of popular reimbursements are increased and new benefits are introduced. At the same time, reimbursements for homeopathy, acupuncture and hypnotherapy will be discontinued.

The reimbursement for braces can vary significantly depending on the health insurance fund (in dutch 'mutualiteit' or in french 'mutalité') one is affiliated with. Even after reimbursements, orthodontic treatment often remains a substantial expense.

Matthias Diependaele, the Flemish Minister-President, is urging people to consciously reflect on their choice of health insurance fund.

Sports and physical activity are increasingly encouraged in Belgium. A quick summary of the sport benefit advantages on offer.

In Belgium, all health insurance funds (mutualities) reimburse part of the cost of glasses and corrective lenses.The amounts and conditions differ significantly depending on the health insurance fund. We have listed everything for you

Contraceptive use in Belgium is widespread and continues to increase. In addition to reimbursement through mandatory health insurance, health insurance funds often offer extra benefits to their members.

In addition to protecting against hearing damage, an extra benefit of custom earplugs is that several health insurance funds reimburse part of the cost. It is definitely worth checking which benefits you are entitled to.

The average bill for a standard hospital stay now amounts to €2,778 in a single room, compared to €323 in a shared room.

Helan Health Insurance and Partenamut Health Insurance are implementing a number of changes to their hospitalization insurance policies. The Hospitalia products are getting new names. The waiting period for new customers is being reduced from 6 to 3 months, and coverage is also being expanded. Hospitalia Smart, in particular, is seeing significant improvements. Hospitalia Smart: […]

The deductible for DKV Hospi Comfort and Premium+ hospitalization insurance will increase by 5% in 2026. The deductible is the portion you must pay yourself when the hospitalization insurance intervenes. For 2026, the deductible for DKV Hospi Comfort and DKV Hospi Premium+ increases from €207.48 to €217.75, which is a 5% increase. The annual premium […]