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Belgium Weighs 500-Euro Healthcare Deductible in Budget Push
A RIZIV study proposes a 500-euro patient deductible to save 4.7 billion euros, sparking political debate in Belgium's coalition government.
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A RIZIV study proposes a 500-euro patient deductible to save 4.7 billion euros, sparking political debate in Belgium's coalition government.
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