Youth health examination

You can take advantage of health examinations for your children. Thus, the general state of health and age-appropriate development of a child is regularly examined by a doctor. Possible problems or abnormalities can be detected and treated at an early stage.

The statutory health insurance funds cover the costs of medical screening examinations for insured children and adolescents, which are also known as J-examinations. Children and adolescents up to the age of 18 can take advantage of the examinations. They serve the early detection of diseases that endanger their physical, mental or psycho-social development.

Details of the content, type and scope of the examinations are regulated by the Federal Joint Committee in the Guideline for Youth Health Examination (J1).

The treating paediatrician and adolescent doctor carries out the health examination.

For the examinations, you will need your child's electronic health card.

A valid electronic health card is required for proof of existing insurance.

In principle, insured children and adolescents are entitled to early detection examinations until they reach the age of 18. However, the following examination periods must be observed:

• J1 13-14 years

Directive on youth health examination in the currently valid version

An appeal can be lodged against the decision of a health insurance fund. If the objection is not remedied, a complaint can be filed with the competent social court.

To make an appointment, contact the attending physician. For more information, please contact your health insurance provider.

There are no special deadlines for carrying out the J-examinations.

There are no co-payments for health examinations of children and adolescents.
Numerous health insurance companies also offer another preventive examination, the J2, as a voluntary service between the ages of 16 and 17. Please check with your health insurance company.