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Private supplemental health insurance, on the other hand, covers costs and services that are either not covered at all by statutory health insurance or only partially covered. This includes, for example, preventative check-ups, vision aids, dental costs, and alternative treatments. By taking out private supplemental insurance, you secure high-quality medical care and comprehensive health protection, whether for visits to doctors, alternative practitioners, dentists, or even treatment by the head physician in a hospital. Private supplemental insurance is therefore your ideal protection in case of illness or the need for long-term care.