Rise in Tumor-Related Treatments within the German Health-Insurance System

Abstract

In Germany, cancers are on the rise according to health insurance providers. To get an overview on the matter, data from the central agency of health insurance in Germany (Kassenärztliche Bundesvereinigung, KBV) have been analyzed regarding the frequency of cancer-related treatments between 2016 and 2022. Data hint to an increase in cancer-related treatments in German health insurants. Reasons for this could be missed check-up appointments due to lockdowns or other covid-related interventions.