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Barmenia Krankenversicherung

4.5/5

Premiums from

EUR 375/mo

Overview

Barmenia is a well-regarded mid-size PKV insurer known for innovative products and strong customer orientation. They offer particularly attractive tariffs for younger professionals and families, with comprehensive alternative medicine coverage that sets them apart from many competitors.

Key Facts

Founded

1904

Headquarters

Wuppertal

Customers

1.5 million

Type

Full comprehensive PKV

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Excellent tariffs for young professionals and families
  • Strong coverage for alternative and complementary medicine
  • Flexible tariff switching options within their product range
  • Good digital health services including video consultations
  • Transparent pricing with predictable premium development

Cons

  • Smaller market presence than top-tier competitors
  • Hospital network is less extensive in some regions
  • Limited international coverage compared to global brands

Coverage Highlights

Comprehensive alternative medicine including osteopathy and acupuncture

Full outpatient coverage with specialist access

Single room hospital coverage with chief physician treatment

Dental coverage up to 90% including implants

Generous maternity and newborn coverage

Vision care with annual allowances for corrective eyewear

Tariff Information

Barmenia offers the einsA (premium), mehr (mid-range), and pur (basic) tariff families. The einsA tariff is consistently rated among the best in independent tests. Deductibles from 0 to 1,000 EUR.

Note for Expats

Barmenia has been expanding their English-language services and has experience with expat applications. They offer assistance through partnered brokers who specialize in international clients.

Claims Process

Claims can be submitted through the Barmenia app with integrated receipt scanning. Average processing time is 5-7 business days. They offer a transparent online portal where members can track claim status in real time.

Best For

Young professionals and families valuing alternative medicine coverage and flexible tariff options

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