Occupational therapy
The OOM Studying in the Netherlands Insurance is a medical insurance for foreign young people who come to the Netherlands as a student, intern or au pair.
What does the insurance reimburse?
You will receive reimbursement for a maximum of 10 hours of occupational therapy. This is valid per year insured (or period insured if you are insured for less than a year).
The costs will be reimbursed if:
- a doctor has prescribed the occupational therapy
- the therapy is to improve or restore your independence
- treatment takes place within the occupational therapist’s normal working hours
- you have received prior permission from our medical advisor
Are there costs for you?
With the OOM Studying in the Netherlands Insurance you can opt for no excess or an excess of €150. If you incur costs which are covered by the insurance and you have opted for an excess of €150, you then pay for the first part of the costs yourself.
An example
After undergoing hand surgery, you experience problems when carrying out your daily activities. A doctor advises occupational therapy. The costs are €390. If you have an excess of €150, you will receive a reimbursement of €240 if you have received prior permission from our medical advisor.
Please note that the terms and conditions of your insurance take precedence over the information provided here.