Category: Quality of Life

EOPYY: New reimbursement framework for respiratory devices – What changes for patients

The reimbursement of respiratory devices under EOPYY has been updated through a new decision published in the Government Gazette (FEK) on April 27, 2026.

On April 27, 2026, a new EOPYY decision was published in the Government Gazette, establishing revised reimbursement prices for respiratory devices such as CPAP, Auto CPAP, and BiPAP machines.

These are medical devices primarily used by patients with respiratory disorders, including sleep apnoea, and they represent a fundamental part of daily treatment and quality of life.

EOPYY reimbursement for respiratory devices: what changes

With this regulation:

  • specific reimbursement prices are defined for each category of respiratory device
  • the prices apply to all products included in the Reimbursed Medical Devices Register
  • previous decisions for the same categories are replaced

Prices are unified per device category, regardless of manufacturer or commercial model.

What this means for patients

The new EOPYY reimbursement framework for respiratory devices provides a clearer structure for people living with respiratory conditions who depend on these devices in their daily lives:

  • it clarifies what is covered by EOPYY
  • it strengthens transparency regarding equipment costs
  • it ensures access to essential therapeutic tools that are not a choice, but a necessity

In some cases, a patient co-payment may apply when the device price exceeds the reimbursement amount.

Temporary nature of the regulation

The decision is considered temporary, as it is part of a transitional framework until the completion of the negotiation process for final pricing.

Nevertheless, it is fully applicable from the moment of its publication in the Government Gazette and constitutes the current reimbursement framework.

A more human perspective

Behind technical terms, codes, and regulatory tables, there are people who rely on these devices to breathe better, sleep better, and maintain a more stable daily life.

A clear reimbursement framework is not merely an administrative measure. It helps reduce uncertainty in situations that are already difficult to manage.

Source

The full text of the decision, along with the detailed list of reimbursed respiratory devices and corresponding prices, is available (in Greek) in the Government Gazette (FEK) of April 27, 2026.

Text/adaptation: Ifiyenia Anastasiou for Kapa3

Research studies giving voice to lived experience

At Kapa3, we actively encourage participation in health research studies, as we work every day alongside people affected by cancer, whether as patients or caregivers. Through this work, it becomes increasingly clear how important it is to truly listen to lived experience.

For this reason, the research initiatives we support or contribute to are not just questionnaires. They are a way to better understand the needs, experiences and priorities of the community we serve.

Through participation in these studies, individuals who are at the centre of the cancer experience are given the opportunity to share their reality. Every response, every story, every contribution adds another piece to a broader picture: a more meaningful and human-centred approach to care and support.

The contribution of each participant is highly valuable. The data collected helps us identify needs that are often not visible, better understand challenges, and design actions that reflect the real everyday lives of people.

Through participation in health research studies, lived experience can be transformed into knowledge that makes a real difference. Each study we support is part of a broader effort to understand the experiences of patients and caregivers.

Below you will find the current research studies open for participation, organised by target audience.

Each health research study includes a short description of its purpose and how participation contributes to the overall research effort.

For healthcare professionals

Patient safety culture in hospitals

A pilot study focused on the translation and adaptation of the international SOPS® Hospital Survey 2.0 developed by the AHRQ, adapted for the Greek hospital setting.

The aim of the study is to evaluate the clarity, comprehension and suitability of the tool through the participation of healthcare professionals working in hospital environments.

The study also includes a test–retest phase to assess the stability of responses over time.

Participation: https://forms.gle/Jev7mQ95vt1swtXF7

For research networks and collaborations

sleepCare – sleep quality assessment

The sleepCare research initiative, in collaboration with Christos Frantzidis (University of Lincoln) and his research team, explores sleep quality through real-life experiences and self-reported data from participants.

The aim is to better understand the factors that influence sleep in everyday life through anonymous data collection and short questionnaires.

English questionnaire: https://lnkd.in/e7wYjspX
Greek questionnaire: https://lnkd.in/ejbjGQPC
Platform: https://lnkd.in/e7YHUXdi

For breast cancer survivors

Survivorship experience and quality of life

A thesis-based research study examining fear of cancer recurrence, quality of life, and the role of social support among breast cancer survivors in Greece.

The aim is to better understand post-treatment experiences and the factors that influence psychosocial well-being.

Participation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeUgku0yi7LBGg42v_FeKtzVsj5F5uw8hYr-y-hcVKL-fhoeQ/viewform

For patients with respiratory conditions and caregivers

Lung transplantation experiences in Greece

A nationwide study collecting experiences, needs and perspectives of patients with respiratory conditions and their caregivers regarding lung transplantation.

The aim is to capture lived experience across all stages of the disease in order to improve care pathways and healthcare services.

The study is open to patients with respiratory conditions (transplanted or not) as well as their caregivers.

Participation: https://forms.gle/66h4CQJK3pdr1gKK7
Information: https://www.cysticfibrosis.gr/draseis/lung-transplant-working-group/

Text/Adaptation: Ifiyenia Anastasiou for Kapa3