German Industry Demands More Thinking Time On Hybrid DRGs
Minister Lauterbach wary that returning COVID-19 will get in the way of health reform plans
Executive Summary
The three-way German coalition that emerged from the 2021 general election has been steadily developing elements of its coalition agreement. A proposal on hybrid DRGs, intended to widen access to services in the outpatient sector, has prompted a white paper from industry.
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