What is the reimbursement rule for hospitalisation?

On a general ward in a public hospital, 100% of the costs will be reimbursed.

The costs of hospitalisation on a semi-private ward in an approved clinic or a public hospital will be covered in accordance with the General Rule.

In a non-approved clinic, 80% of the costs will be reimbursed, with no limit on the costs borne by the member (no FCA accumulation).

In all cases, the supplement for a private ward is borne by the member.

Establishment
Common division (cantonal hospitals)Semi-private divisionPrivate divisionSemi-private divisionPrivate division
Choice of practitioners (surgeon, obstetrician)NoYesYesYesYes
Number of beds2 to 8 bedsMax. 2 beds1 bedMax 2 beds1 bed
Reimbursement of medical treatment costs100%General RulesGeneral Rules80%80%

Semi-private
accommodation
(2nd class)

Not applicableGeneral RulesGeneral Rules80%80%
Private accommodation (1st class)Not applicableDifference between 2nd and 1st class at member's sole expenseNot applicableDifference between 2nd and 1st class at member's sole expense