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Why are health insurance premiums rising so sharply?

Health insurance premiums in the Netherlands will rise significantly in 2027 due to an aging population, increased operational costs, and reduced government funding for healthcare insurance pools. Additionally, the mandatory personal excess will increase for the first time since 2017 to help manage rising industry-wide costs.

Healthcare insurance premiums in the Netherlands are set to rise significantly in 2027, with monthly increases averaging around 15 euros, though some insurers are implementing hikes of up to 22 euros. The average monthly premium is expected to reach 169 euros. This sharp increase is driven by several factors, including an aging population that requires more chronic care and rising operational costs due to higher wages and energy prices in healthcare facilities. Additionally, expensive medical innovations and new treatment technologies are placing further pressure on budgets.

Financial policy changes also contribute to this hike, as the government is reducing contributions to the national health insurance fund by 650 million euros. Insurers must now cover this gap through premiums, especially since many managed to keep rates stable last year by utilizing one-time surpluses. Furthermore, the mandatory personal excess, known as the eigen risico, will increase from 385 euros to 400 euros in 2027. While care allowances are expected to rise to support lower-income individuals, the overall cost of basic health coverage continues to trend upward.

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