Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, various screening tests for the virus have become available. Our insured members are reimbursed according to the following conditions:
| Test name | SARS-COV-2 detection | Conditions | Reimbursement |
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RT-PCR test and Rapid Antigen Test
Updated by the OFSP on 02.11.2020 and available in France since 31.10.2020 |
Mucous membrane swab. Detection and diagnosis of the virus in case of symptoms or suspicion.
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For medical reasons RT-PCR test: carried out in a test centre or drive-in recognised by the health authorities or on its mandate. Rapid Antigen Test: carried out in pharmacies, nursing offices, doctors' surgeries And In strict compliance with the requirements pertaining to suspicion or to tracing. |
Reimbursed according to the General Rule. (without a medical prescription) |
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For medical reasons RT-PCR test: carried out by a healthcare professional at or a doctor’s surgery. |
Reimbursed according to the General Rule. (upon presentation of a medical prescription) |
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For travel |
Not reimbursed | ||
| Serological test |
Blood sample. Identification of the presence of IgM and IgG antibodies specific to SARS-COV-2. Determines an individual’s immune status at the time of blood sample, i.e. whether he or she has developed antibodies to the virus. |
Serological analyses must be carried out exclusively by analysis laboratories that are authorised to perform them, in accordance with the laws governing epidemics and the associated implementing orders. These tests are not relevant for the diagnosis of virus infection. |
Not reimbursed |
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Serological tests available over the counter in pharmacies or online, without medical prescription |
Self-test performed by dripping droplets of blood onto testing strips. | These tests are not medically recognised: the results are unreliable as false positives and negatives occur frequently. | Not reimbursed |