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What is a care level?
A care level indicates how much a person's independence is restricted. Classification is carried out by the Medical Service (MD).
The 6 areas of assessment
The Medical Service evaluates six areas of life. The total score determines the care level:
Modul 1
Mobility
10 %
Modul 2
Cognitive and communicative abilities
15 % *
Modul 3
Behavioural and psychological problems
15 % *
Modul 4
Self-care
40 %
Modul 5
Coping with illness-related demands
20 %
Modul 6
Organisation of daily life and social contacts
15 %
* Only the higher value of modules 2 and 3 is considered.
Care level and care supplies
From care level 1, insured persons are entitled to consumable care supplies worth up to €42 per month.
Learn more about individual care levels: