- The transformation funds provided by the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport to health insurers for the years 2023 to 2027 are not subject to VAT
- This information was confirmed in a letter from the Tax Authority published on the website dejuistezorgopdejuisteplek.nl
- The transformation is necessary to keep healthcare accessible and affordable
- The Dutch government has allocated EUR 2.8 billion for these transformation funds to support significant changes in healthcare
- These funds are intended to help healthcare organizations develop new methods and implement innovative healthcare concepts
- Zorgverzekeraars Nederland, represented by Loyens & Loeff, inquired with the Tax Authority about the VAT implications on these funds in the relationship between health insurers and healthcare providers
- The inquiry was important to understand the fiscal implications and the impact on the availability of transformation funds
- The Tax Authority aims to provide a general guideline on VAT implications to avoid individual healthcare providers needing to consult directly with tax inspectors
Source: dejuistezorgopdejuisteplek.nl
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