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Multiparametric magnetic resonance prostatography, recommended before prostate cancer biopsies, is not yet covered by statutory health insurance. This study outlines the complex process for its inclusion in the German Uniform Evaluation Standard (EBM) for reimbursement.

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  • Radiology
  • Medical Diagnostics
  • Health Economics

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  • Multiparametric magnetic resonance prostatography (mpmP) is evidence-based and recommended by the S3 guideline for prostate cancer prior to biopsy.
  • Current reimbursement for mpmP is not available through statutory health insurance (GKV).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the complex registration procedure for including mpmP in the German Uniform Evaluation Standard (EBM) catalogue.
  • To analyze the political and economic factors influencing EBM inclusion negotiations.

Main Methods:

  • Radiology associations (BDR, DRG) provided evidence and quality assurance data.
  • Special contracts with health insurance funds were coordinated at the federal state level to facilitate accreditation.

Main Results:

  • The application for EBM approval included service definition, remuneration recommendations, supporting documents, and a quality assurance system.
  • Submitted to the Joint Valuation Committee of physicians and health insurance funds.

Conclusions:

  • The process highlights the role of radiology associations in advancing diagnostic methods.
  • mpmP demonstrates the evolution of radiological techniques for specialized organ diagnostics.