“We have removed the bonus from the current legislative process for institution-related vaccination requirements because we were concerned that we would not be able to develop a good and reliable legal basis for paying out the bonus in the short time,” said Klein-Schmeink, explaining the procedure. In particular, it is unclear how the group of beneficiaries can be determined “accurately”. “Not even the institute for the hospital remuneration system was able to give us reliable information.”
According to the health expert of the Greens, the premium should maximum 3000 euros be. When asked whether the delay could lead to frustration among caregivers, Klein-Schmeink replied: “No. I think we’ll be more disappointed if we don’t pay out the bonus precisely and don’t reach those who should definitely get it. “