Goepffarth, Dirk; Henke, Klaus-Dirk - In: Journal of Economics and Statistics (Jahrbuecher fuer … 227 (2007) 1, pp. 27-48
In Germany, there is an ongoing debate on how to finance the statutory health insurance (SHI). Proposals include a "civic insurance" with a contribution rate drawn on a broader base and capitated payments. This debate will not subside with the recently issued white paper on health care reform,...