Enhanced Contribution Amplified Significantly by BKK24

In a recent announcement, BKK24, a statutory health insurer operating in North Rhine-Westphalia and Hamburg, has revealed that it will be increasing the additional contribution rate from September 2021. The new rate will stand at 2.5 percent, making it the highest among all health insurers in the country.

It's important to note that this increase is a one-off balance sheet effect within the 2021 annual forecast. Despite the increase, BKK24 remains structurally healthy and there will be no changes to the insurance coverage, extra services, or service at BKK24.

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Interestingly, BKK Euregio, another health insurer, charges the lowest rate of 0.35 percent, making it the most favorable health insurer nationwide. The average additional contribution of health insurers in 2021 is 1.3 percent. BKK Technoform, BKK ZF & Partner, and BKK Herkules have additional contribution rates between 1.9 and 1.7 percent.

The HKK, another health insurer, has the lowest additional contribution surcharge (Zusatzbeitrag) for 2025, with a total contribution rate of 15.50 percent and an additional contribution of 0.9 percent.

BKK24 reported a potential liquidity shortfall in late July. However, it's crucial to understand that this does not mean the insurer is insolvent. The contribution increase by BKK24 is time-limited and will be reduced back to the national average level in the spring.

In conclusion, BKK24 has announced an increase in the additional contribution to 2.5 percent from September. While this may seem significant, it's important to remember that the increase is temporary and there will be no changes to the insurance coverage or services provided by BKK24.