Reimbursement for medical foot care

Medical foot care is intended for people with a diagnosed increased risk of foot ulcers. Whether you are eligible for reimbursement under the basic health insurance depends on your situation. First, it must be determined whether you are at an increased risk of foot ulcers. This risk may arise from diabetes, another chronic condition or medical treatment that affects the health of your feet.

• This concerns medically necessary foot care;
• there is a confirmed increased risk of foot wounds;
• the podiatrist has drawn up a care profile and treatment plan.

The podiatrist assesses what care is needed to prevent foot wounds. The treatment plan sets out which foot care is appropriate for your situation.

Please note: reimbursement depends on your circumstances and the terms and conditions of your health insurer. You should therefore always check your policy or contact your health insurer.

The podiatrist assesses whether there is an increased risk of foot ulcers. This is done as follows:

The podiatrist will examine your feet and assess your health and medical history. This helps to determine whether you are at increased risk of foot ulcers and what care is needed to prevent problems.

Among other things, the podiatrist looks at:

• whether there are any pressure points, calluses, sores or deformities;
• or if you have reduced sensation in your feet;
• or whether your blood flow has decreased;
• or if you have previously had a foot injury;
• or whether there are other medical factors affecting your feet.

Based on this assessment, the podiatrist determines which foot care is medically necessary. They will also determine whether you are eligible for medical foot care covered by your basic health insurance.