100% Santé 2026: Wheelchairs and Wigs Now Fully Covered

100% Santé Expands in 2026

The 100% Santé (full health coverage) program extends to new medical equipment in March 2026, eliminating out-of-pocket costs for standard manual wheelchairs and certain medical wigs. Explore our insurance section for complete health coverage information.

What's New in 2026

#### Manual Wheelchairs

Starting March 1, 2026:

**Standard manual wheelchairs**: Fully covered
**No remaining costs** for basic models
Upgraded models available with co-payment

#### Medical Wigs

For patients with hair loss from:

Cancer treatment
Alopecia
Other medical conditions

Covered models: Standard and quality synthetic wigs

How 100% Santé Works

The program combines:

**Social Security coverage**: 60-70%
**Complementary health insurance**: Remaining 30-40%

Result: €0 out-of-pocket for covered items.

Complete 100% Santé Coverage

Category	Since	What's Covered
Dental	2020	Crowns, bridges, dentures
Optical	2020	Glasses, frames, lenses
Hearing	2021	Hearing aids
Wheelchairs	2026	Standard manual models
Wigs	2026	Standard medical wigs

Eligibility Requirements

For Wheelchairs

Medical prescription required
Initial assessment by doctor/physiotherapist
Standard model from approved list
No income conditions

For Wigs

Medical prescription required
Related to qualifying medical condition
Standard models from approved selection
Renewable periodically

How to Access Coverage

Step 1: Medical Prescription

Get a prescription from your doctor specifying:

Medical necessity
Type of equipment needed
Duration (for wigs)

Step 2: Choose Provider

Medical equipment suppliers for wheelchairs
Specialized suppliers for wigs
Ensure they accept 100% Santé

Step 3: No Advance Payment

With third-party payment (tiers payant):

No upfront costs
Provider bills insurers directly
Show your Carte Vitale and mutuelle card

Premium vs. Standard Options

Choosing Standard (Free)

Full coverage
Good quality
Basic features

Choosing Premium (Co-payment)

Additional features
Enhanced comfort
Patient pays difference

Frequently Asked Questions

**Is a complementary insurance required?**

Yes, 100% Santé requires both Social Security and a responsible mutuelle.

**Can I choose any wheelchair/wig?**

For full coverage, choose from the approved "Class 1" list.

**How often can I renew?**

Wheelchairs: Based on wear/medical need. Wigs: Typically every 6-12 months.

Sources

Contact your health insurance for specific coverage details. Some enhanced options may have different reimbursement rates.