Medical Devices Reimbursement in Luxembourg

1. Coverage Criteria

Medical devices are covered under statutory health insurance when prescribed by doctors and meeting conditions in Article 19 of the statutes and the nomenclature of medical devices. https://cns.public.lu/en/professionnels-sante/dossiers-thematiques/medicaments-et-dispositifs/dispositivos-medicaux.html

2. Reimbursable Devices List

The list of reimbursable medical devices is in Annex I of the nomenclature, including consumables, implants, and external prostheses. It is regularly updated by the CNS Medical Control Service. https://cns.public.lu/en/professionnels-sante/dossiers-thematiques/medicaments-et-dispositifs/dispositivos-medicaux.html

3. Medical Aids and Appliances

The list of reimbursable medical aids and appliances is in Annex II of the nomenclature, covering items like hearing aids, orthopedic shoes, and wheelchairs. It is updated by the CNS Medical Control Service. https://cns.public.lu/en/professionnels-sante/dossiers-thematiques/medicaments-et-dispositifs/dispositivos-medicaux.html

4. Exceptional Coverage

For devices not on the lists but essential for treatment, coverage can be granted on a case-by-case basis upon request from the prescribing doctor, subject to CNS Medical Control Service approval. https://cns.public.lu/en/professionnels-sante/dossiers-thematiques/medicaments-et-dispositifs/dispositivos-medicaux.html

5. Nomenclature and Statutes

The nomenclature of medical devices and aids is part of the statutes of the CNS, approved by the Minister of Social Security. https://cns.public.lu/en/professionnels-sante/dossiers-thematiques/medicaments-et-dispositifs/dispositivos-medicaux.html

6. Related Documents

• Nomenclature of medical devices and aids
• List of medical devices
• List of medical aids and appliances
• Application for exceptional coverage https://cns.public.lu/en/professionnels-sante/dossiers-thematiques/medicaments-et-dispositifs/dispositivos-medicaux.html