Supplementary Insurance for Alternative Medicine 2026
From acupuncture to osteopathy: We show you which health insurer pays the highest contributions for your natural healing treatments.
Why coverage for complementary medicine?
Basic insurance covers alternative healing methods only to a very limited extent. Supplementary insurance opens the door to thousands of recognized therapists throughout Switzerland. Whether for pain relief, stress reduction, or chronic ailments – with the right insurance, insurers often cover 70% to 90% of therapy costs.
- ✔ Osteopathy & Chiropractic: Effective help for back and joint pain.
- ✔ Acupuncture: Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) for holistic healing.
- ✔ Massages: Contributions to classical massages and reflexology.
- ✔ Natural remedies: Herbal medicines are often included in coverage.
- ✔ Recognized therapists: Coverage for RME- and ASCA-certified professionals.
Frequently Asked Questions about Alternative Medicine
No. Most insurers only make payments if the therapist is registered with institutions like RME, ASCA, or EGK. Always check this before your first session!
In supplementary insurance, a referral from a primary care doctor is often not needed for alternative methods. You can book an appointment directly with the therapist.
This varies greatly. Some insurers pay up to CHF 3,000 per year, others have flat rates per session or limit the number of treatments.
Yes, provided they are on the list of complementary medicines and prescribed by a recognized therapist or doctor.
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These methods are most frequently billed through supplementary insurance.
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