Overview

• Beginning January 1, 2026, statutory insurers will cover liposuction for lipedema stages I through III.
• The expansion follows interim results from the G-BA’s LIPLEG study showing surgical fat removal offers significant advantages over non-surgical treatments.
• Patients must complete at least six months of conservative therapy, including compression and movement, before qualifying for coverage.
• Those with obesity must address weight management first to become eligible for the procedure under insurance.
• Final approval depends on legal review by the Federal Ministry of Health, official Gazette publication and billing code establishment.