What is the deductible?

The deductible is the share of the costs you pay yourself in addition to the excess (10% per invoice). But you only pay up to a certain amount (a maximum of 700 Swiss francs a year).

Example of a deductible

Mr Meier is ill. 

He goes to his GP, 
who examines him and prescribes medication. 
Mr Meier soon feels better. 

The GP sends Mr Meier a bill 
for 100 Swiss francs. 
The health insurance company pays 90 francs towards the bill, 
while Mr Meier pays 10 francs 
(the 10% deductible).