{"id":19908,"date":"2026-05-20T17:07:02","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T15:07:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.u-center.nl\/?p=19908"},"modified":"2026-05-21T14:38:46","modified_gmt":"2026-05-21T12:38:46","slug":"u-center-what-about-reimbursement-and-co-payment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.u-center.nl\/en\/u-center-what-about-reimbursement-and-co-payment\/","title":{"rendered":"U-center: what about reimbursement and co-payment?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Table of contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Choosing an intensive, clinical pathway<\/strong><\/a><\/h3>\n\n

Why a co-payment?<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Specifically, what does this mean in terms of cost?<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

What justifies the additional contribution<\/strong><\/a>?<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Who pays the co-payment?<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

A conscious choice<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Frequently asked questions about reimbursement and co-payment<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n
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Choosing an intensive, clinical pathway<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

When you seek help<\/a>, you often assume that costs will be reimbursed. Especially when it comes to mental health care. In many cases, it is. Then it can get confusing when you dig deeper and discover that U-center charges an additional fee. This article is about reimbursement and co-payment.<\/p>\n\n

U-center is a mental health clinic<\/a>. This means that you can only come here with a referral and that the treatment and stay is covered by your health insurance company. At U-center you consciously choose for an intensive, clinical program, in which you temporarily distance yourself from your daily environment in order to fully focus on recovery. <\/p>\n\n

Within that process, we look not only at your symptoms, but at the whole<\/a>. How you feel, how you live and what is needed for recovery. And therein lies the difference. <\/p>\n\n

Why a co-payment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Treatment at U-center focuses not just on symptoms, but on how different aspects of your life interrelate and affect each other. On what you experience, how your body reacts, what your day looks like and where your energy goes. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

This requires more than just talk therapy. The treatment program consists of several components that interact and reinforce each other.<\/a> In addition to therapy, there is a focus on movement, relaxation, creativity, body-oriented work and regaining rhythm and balance. The environment also plays a role in this. Where rest, structure and facilities contribute to recovery and are a conscious part of the journey. <\/p>\n\n

Some of these additional activities and facilities are outside of health insurance reimbursement. Therefore, a co-payment is required. <\/p>\n\n

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Specifically, what does this mean in terms of cost?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Additional activities and facilities are subject to a co-payment<\/a>. This contribution is an integral part of the six-week clinical course and is not reimbursed by the health insurance company. <\/p>\n\n

For many people, this is unexpected. Especially when you assume that mental health care is fully reimbursed. It is therefore important to know what this contribution is for. <\/p>\n\n

What justifies the additional contribution?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Holistic approach<\/h3>\n\n

The method of treatment at U-center goes beyond therapeutic conversations. It works from a holistic approach<\/a>, looking not only at your symptoms, but at the whole. At how you feel, how your body reacts, how you live and what is needed to get back into balance. <\/p>\n\n

Additional therapies <\/h3>\n\n

This is reflected in how the course is structured. Therapy is combined with therapies and activities that contribute to recovery on multiple levels. Think of sessions focused on breathing, movement and body awareness, as well as creative forms of work that help promote your recovery in other ways. <\/p>\n\n

Location of the treatment center in the middle of nature<\/h3>\n\n

In addition, the beautiful surroundings<\/a> around Epen play an important role. Of course, you also have the opportunity to go for lovely walks or take your moment of rest outside in nature. <\/p>\n\n

Additional facilities<\/h3>\n\n

Rest, structure and facilities such as a pool, sauna or steam room support the recovery process. Not as an extra, but as part of the whole. <\/p>\n\n

Treating at multiple levels<\/h3>\n\n

During the stay, attention is also paid to the practical side of daily life. For example, how to regain your rhythm, about the importance of healthy eating, how to deal with energy and steps towards returning to your own environment. It is precisely this combination that puts a lot into motion on multiple levels simultaneously to promote your recovery. <\/p>\n\n

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Who pays the co-payment?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

The co-payment is not covered by health insurance. For most clients, this means that they pay these costs themselves, and it is a conscious investment in their recovery. <\/p>\n\n

In some situations this is different. In fact, it often happens that the employer reimburses the costs (partially or completely). This is related to agreements within the company and the importance of recovery in relation to work. <\/p>\n\n

How this works in your situation varies. That’s why we discuss<\/a> this clearly with you in advance, so you know where you stand. <\/p>\n\n

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A conscious choice<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Choosing treatment at U-center is no small step. It requires time, attention and it is an investment in yourself. What characterizes this approach is that, according to our method, there is no single entrance to recovery. Several areas are worked on simultaneously, so that healing changes reinforce each other. <\/p>\n\n

For many people, this is exactly what they need to move forward. Not because it’s the easiest way, but because it fits with how their symptoms arose and developed. <\/p>\n\n

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Frequently asked questions about reimbursement and co-payment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Will treatment at U-center be reimbursed?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

The basic treatment and stay, with a referral, are reimbursed from the basic insurance. U-center<\/a> has contracts with almost all major health insurers. If U-center has no contract with your health insurer, it is possible that part of the treatment and accommodation costs will be for your own account. <\/p>\n\n

Do I need to make my own arrangements with my health insurance company?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

In case U-center has a contract with your health insurer, it does not. The settlement of treatment and accommodation costs will be arranged for you. If U-center does not have a contract with your health insurer, approval must be requested from your health insurer for treatment. Your situation will be clearly explained in advance. <\/p>\n\n

Why do I pay a co-payment?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Part of the program consists of additional activities and facilities that are part of the treatment program and are outside the standard health insurance reimbursement.<\/p>\n\n

How high is the co-payment?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

The co-payment<\/a> for the six-week clinical track can be found on the website. These costs are not reimbursed by the health insurance company. <\/p>\n\n

Does this contribution come on top of my deductible?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Yes. Your health insurance deductible is separate from the co-payment. <\/p>\n\n

Can my employer reimburse (some of it)?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

In some cases it does, for example if the track contributes to reintegration. This varies by situation. <\/p>\n\n

Are there any other costs I should consider?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n

Depending on your health insurance company, the costs you have to pay yourself are the co-payment and the deductible. What applies in your situation will be clearly discussed with you in advance. <\/p>\n\n

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This article was approved by Priscilla van der Ploeg, manager of Communications<\/p>\n\n

We understand if you have questions and want to talk to us about them, so feel free to contact us without obligation.<\/strong> We are here for you<\/strong>!<\/p>\n\n

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