Private Spitex · Schwyz region

Private Spitex in the Canton of Schwyz – Care with heart, transparent prices

We provide nursing care and support for people of all ages in their own homes throughout the Canton of Schwyz. Recognised by all Swiss health insurers and at the same prices as public Spitex.

  • Recognised by all Swiss health insurers
  • Same prices as public Spitex
  • Care can start within 24 hours
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Office in Dietikon

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Canton of Schwyz and our office in Dietikon (Canton of Zurich).Map data: © swisstopo

Where we work

Out and about for you – across the whole canton.

Everyone living in the Canton of Schwyz can use our services.

  • Throughout the Canton of SchwyzFor example in Schwyz, Einsiedeln, Pfäffikon, Lachen, Küssnacht and Arth-Goldau – and in every other municipality in the canton.
  • No travel chargesFor services outside the Health Insurance Act, we do not charge any travel or handling fees – wherever you live in the canton. Our office is at Lerzenstrasse 11, 8953 Dietikon.
  • No age limitWe care for people of all ages – including children. Guests who are visiting are cared for with a doctor’s prescription.

Our regions

Services

Our services in the Canton of Schwyz.

From basic care and everyday support to household help – around the clock if needed, from Monday to Sunday.

All services at a glance
  • Basic care

    Personal care and help with the activities of daily living.

  • Treatment care

    Injections, dressings and medication management – prescribed by your doctor.

  • Psychiatric care

    Training and conversations – in close cooperation with everyone involved.

  • Companionship

    Support in everyday life, so that life at home stays possible without major restrictions.

  • Household help

    Cleaning and shopping – on a doctor’s prescription, combined with nursing care.

  • Acute and transitional care

    For up to 14 days after a hospital stay – prescribed in hospital.

  • Palliative care

    Care in close coordination with doctors and relatives.

  • 24-hour care

    12 or 24 hours of presence and care in your home – on request.

Prices

Prices in the Canton of Schwyz.

Private costs the same as public Spitex. We are recognised by all Swiss health insurers.

Rates, Canton of SchwyzPrices per hour
ServicesHealth insurancePrivate
Needs assessment and/or advice CHF 76.90 / hour CHF 76.90 / hour
Examinations and/or treatment CHF 63.00 / hour CHF 63.00 / hour
Basic care CHF 52.60 / hour CHF 52.60 / hour
Household care not via health insurance CHF 44.00 / hour
12 h or 24 h presence and care not via health insurance on request
  • In accordance with the tariff agreement / on the basis of the doctor’s Spitex prescription.
  • The difference between the standard costs and the insurers’ contribution is borne by the entitled person and their municipality of residence. The patient contribution is 20 % of the insurer’s contribution, but no more than the difference. In addition, the patient contribution is capped at CHF 15.95 per day. As with all services covered by basic insurance, your health insurer’s deductible (franchise) and co-payment (Selbstbehalt) also apply. Children and young people under 18 pay no patient contribution.
  • A minimum of 10 minutes is charged per visit; after that, billing is in units of 5 minutes.
  • For services outside the Health Insurance Act (KVG), no travel charges or other handling fees are invoiced.
  • Services not recognised by health insurance are only taken on after prior agreement with everyone involved.

How it works

Three steps to your care.

  1. Call or send a request

    For yourself or for someone close to you – on 044 500 49 27 or online.

  2. Assessment and advice in your home

    Your daily habits are taken into account from the very first consultation. Your care is tailored to you personally.

  3. Care starts within 24 hours

    We can take over your care within 24 hours – around the clock if needed.

Frequently asked questions

Spitex in the Canton of Schwyz – briefly explained.

The most important answers at a glance. We are happy to answer any other questions in person.

All questions and answers

How much does Spitex cost in the Canton of Schwyz?

The hourly rates: CHF 52.60 for basic care, CHF 63.00 for examinations and treatment and CHF 76.90 for needs assessment and advice. Household care costs CHF 44.00 per hour when paid privately; 12 h or 24 h presence and care is available on request.

You pay the patient contribution as well as your health insurer’s deductible (franchise) and co-payment (Selbstbehalt).

How high is the patient contribution in the Canton of Schwyz?

The difference between the standard costs and the insurers’ contribution is borne by the entitled person and their municipality of residence. The patient contribution is 20 % of the insurer’s contribution, but no more than the difference. In addition, the patient contribution is capped at CHF 15.95 per day.

Are children exempt from the patient contribution?

Children and young people under 18 pay no patient contribution. We provide nursing care and support with no age limit – for children too.

Is a private Spitex in Schwyz more expensive than a public one?

No. Our private Spitex costs the same as a public Spitex. We are recognised by all Swiss health insurers.

Does Spitex Medimex provide care throughout the Canton of Schwyz?

Yes. Everyone living in the Canton of Schwyz can use our services.

How quickly can care start?

Within 24 hours. Call us on 044 500 49 27 or send us your request.

Do you charge for travel?

For services outside the Health Insurance Act, no travel charges or other handling fees are invoiced. Services not recognised by health insurance are only taken on after prior agreement with everyone involved.

We are here for you

Care in the Canton of Schwyz? We are here for you.

Call us or send us your request – for yourself or for someone close to you. Care can start within 24 hours.

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