Prescription for remedies

A prescription for remedies (Heilmittelverordnung) is a doctor’s prescription for remedies such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy or podiatry. It is issued on form 13. Which conditions qualify for a prescription is set out in the catalogue of remedies.

When is podiatry available on prescription?

• diabetic foot syndrome (diagnosis group DF)
• foot damage with sensory or sensorimotor neuropathy (NF)
• foot damage with spinal cord injury (QF)
• ingrown toenail – treatment with a nail correction brace (UI)

Good to know

• Treatment usually has to start within 28 days of the prescription being issued.
• People with statutory insurance pay a co-payment (10% of the costs plus €10 per prescription) unless they are exempt.
• Cosmetic foot care can never be prescribed.

We answer questions about costs and procedures in our FAQ. For doctors, we have compiled all the details on the page For doctors.