But the public health insurance system (which covers 90% of the population) makes joint decisions (through broad guidelines) on what is covered. An economic ass

But the public health insurance system (which covers 90% of the population) makes joint decisions (through broad guidelines) on what is covered. An economic assessment is always part of the decision. Representatives of doctors are heavily involved in the process as well. Gemeinsamer Bundesausschuss is the name of that body.