Health insurance in the Netherlands | overview insurance companies

Robin Provoost

30-03-2018

1 min leestijd

Bijgewerkt op:21-05-2026

Wouter Heuvelink

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Overview of insurance companies

On ZorgKiezer.nl you can compare health insurances to find the best and cheapest insurance based on your healthcare needs. We compare over 900 different insurances of insurance companies. We can compare all the insurance companies that provided their product information.

Below, you see the insurance companies of which we compare the premiums and conditions.

a.s.r.
Aevitae (EUCARE)
Anderzorg
CZ
CZdirect
De christelijke zorgverzekeraar
De Friesland
DSW Zorgverzekeraar
FBTO
Ik kies zelf van a.s.r.
Interpolis
Just
Menzis
Nationale-Nederlanden
OHRA
ONVZ
Salland Zorgverzekeringen
Stad Holland Zorgverzekeraar
UnitedConsumers
Univé
VGZ
VGZbewuzt
VinkVink van Menzis
VvAA zorgverzekering
ZEKUR
ZieZo van Zilveren Kruis
Zilveren Kruis
Zorg en Zekerheid

Veelgestelde vragen

How many health insurers operate in the Netherlands?

Approximately 15-20 major health insurers operate in the Netherlands. They offer various plans at different prices. Each has different networks and services. Compare all insurers on ZorgKiezer to find the best fit.

Which are the largest health insurers in the Netherlands?

Major insurers include VGZ, Zilveren Kruis, CZ, Menzis, Zorg en Zekerheid, and others. Large insurers often offer competitive prices and broad networks. Smaller insurers may offer specialized plans.

How do I choose between different insurers?

Compare premiums, deductibles, coverage, customer reviews, and network quality. Check if your preferred doctor participates. Use our comparison tool ZorgKiezer to evaluate all options.

Are all health insurers the same?

All insurers must offer the same basic coverage by law. They differ in extras, price, service quality, and networks. Supplementary plans vary significantly. Compare to find the insurer that best matches your needs and budget.

Can I switch health insurers easily?

Yes, you can switch once per year (usually before January 1st). Some exceptions allow mid-year switching. Submit a cancellation by December 31st. Your new insurer must accept you. Plan ahead to find the best deal.