German Health Minister Confirms Stable 2.9% Supplementary Health Insurance Contribution for 2027

Germany's Health Minister Linnemann confirmed that the statutory health insurance supplementary contribution will remain at 2.9% in 2027, following a recommendation from the GKV-Schätzerkreis. This decision provides cost certainty for employers and employees but may strain insurer finances if healthcare costs rise faster than projected. The stability signals a cautious fiscal approach ahead of potential election-year pressures.