France considers linking health reimbursements to income to curb deficit State auditors urge reform as government faces €15.3bn shortfall in 2024
Half of health specialists charge above set state rates in France Gynaecologists, ophthalmologists and anaesthetists were often found to charge more in a study by a leading consumer association
33 million social security numbers hacked in France: beware scammers Victims are warned to be cautious about messages concerning the reimbursement of medical bills
practical How to get a free pair of glasses in France Opticians must recommend at least one free pair under the French 100 Santé scheme
Are acupuncture visits reimbursed in France? Some homoeopathic remedies are reimbursed but this is limited
Obligatory fee not reimbursed on medicines in France to double Funds from the franchise médicale are to be used to help raise money for the social security system
France to launch crackdown plan for social security fraud Billions are believed to be lost through non-payment of cotisations or fake benefit claims
Is there a US-France agreement not to tax Social Security income? US retirement pensions are subject to specific rules under double tax treaty rules
How to get a social security number and carte Vitale in France Obtaining a social security number is typically one of the first things to do upon arrival in France as it allows you to enter the healthcare system
What is a carte Vitale and why do I need one in France? The carte Vitale health card is very important to your life in France as it will allow you to be reimbursed by the state for healthcare costs
Urssaf: French social security contributions agency hit by scammers The agency has warned people to be ‘extra careful’ as the number of scams targeting its members has increased recently
French hospitals to set flat fee of €19.61 for A&E care from January 1 The charge will only apply to patients who are not hospitalised after their visit, with reductions for certain other categories of people
Mental health appointments to be made more affordable in France Reimbursements of €30-40 will be available to anyone aged three and above with a prescription. We look at mental health care provision in France
France votes to create 'autonomy' branch of social security French MPs have voted through two bills to create a ‘fifth branch of social security’ – protection against loss of autonomy. Labrador Tag Feed Labrador Tag Feed Labrador Tag Feed
