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What is the proper meaning of social solidarity? - Answer- - The principle that the
government has a responsibility to ensure all citizens have access to essential social
services including healthcare
What is the proper meaning of subsidiarity? - Answer- - The principle belief that matters
of government responsibility should be handled at the lowest level of government that
makes operational sense
What is the proper meaning of generalized reciprocity? - Answer- - The principle belief
in giving to something knowing that you may not get an immediate returned benefit
How does the healthcare structure in Germany systematically integrate the principle of
social solidarity? - Answer- - By mandating that providers and hospitals have to treat all
citizens, and that sickness funds must contract with any citizen, regardless of individual
circumstance
What are the primary roles of the Federal Ministry of Health in Germany? (there are
multiple correct answers) - Answer- - They monitor the operations of the providers and
sickness funds and maintain authority to regulate if necessary
- Establish health policy, rules & legislation by which the rest of the system must adhere
How many distinct State Ministries of Health are there in Germany? - Answer- - 16
Which of the following are responsibilities of the State Ministries of Health in Germany?
- Answer- - They supervise the operations of the providers and sickness funds
- They are responsible for maintaining the healthcare infrastructure of public hospitals
throughout their region
- Public health efforts
Does Germany have safety net programs? - Answer- - Yes, children are exempt from all
cost-sharing and adults have a spending cap equal to 2% of their household income
In Germany, healthcare delivery is....(select all that apply) - Answer- - Decentralized
- Private
In Germany, sickness funds are....(select all that apply) - Answer- - Private
- Decentralized