Category: Medical Care

SPD's New 'Health Tax' Proposal: Taxing Rent & Capital Gains for German Health Insurance Without an Income Ceiling

13.02.2026 Insure2000 Editorial Team

The German SPD party proposes a new 'health tax' on rental income and capital gains to fund public health and long-term care insurance, eliminating the income contribution ceiling. This could raise €36.7 billion but faces major opposition. Understand the plan's impact, comparing it to US healthcare funding debates around Medicare and private insurance taxes.…

Best Health Insurance Customer Service 2026: Top-Rated German Public Health Insurers (GKV) for Expert Advice

20.02.2026 Insure2000 Editorial Team

Which German public health insurers (GKV) are praised online for excellent customer service and expert advice? The 2026 'Excellent Customer Advisory' study by ServiceValue reveals the top performers. Discover which insurers excel in member support, a key factor when choosing coverage, similar to evaluating US Medicare Advantage or Private Health Insurance plan customer service.…

The Future of AI in Insurance: What to Expect in 2026

18.01.2026 Insure2000 Editorial Team

As we move through 2026, the insurance industry is no longer just "going digital"—it has become AI-native. What began as experimental chatbots a few years ago has evolved into a sophisticated ecosystem where Artificial Intelligence (AI) drives everything from real-time risk assessment to seamless claims processing. For policyholders, this means faster service and lower premiums; for insurers, it represents a fundamental shift in how risk is managed.…