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Orthopedic Aids

Last updated 01.01.2026

Orthopedic aids and instruments

Who is this page for?
  • Bereaved Parents
  • Widows and Widowers
  • Fiancées and Fiancés

Shoe insoles

What can you receive? 

Participation in the purchase or lease of insoles up to the amount of 2,307 ₪. Assistance can be received once every 3 years. 

The assistance is provided as a supplement to funding by the Ministry of Health, the HMO, and supplementary insurance. 

The assistance will be granted up to the maximum amount stipulated by law and will not exceed the cost of the instrument. 

You should know: You can also acquire or lease medical instruments through the aid organizations "Yad Sarah" and "Ezer MiZion." 

How to apply? 

After acquiring or leasing the medical instrument, log in to your account and submit: 

  • Personal application letter 
    The letter should include personal details, information about the application, and contact details.
  • Medical certificate 
    Certificate by a physician regarding the need for the instrument (only for the first application).
  • Certificate of participation by other entities 
    Certificate by the Ministry of Health, HMO, or supplementary insurance regarding their participation amount.
  • Original invoice or receipt
    In your name. If the receipt is required for additional funding, you can submit a certified copy. 

If necessary, we will contact you and request additional documents to review the application. 

Log in to your account

What happens after you submit the application? 

We will respond within 14 business days from the receipt of all required documents. If there is any delay, we will make sure to inform you. 

After eligibility is approved, the reimbursement will be transferred via the monthly benefits slip. 

Back brace

What can you receive? 

Participation in the purchase or lease of a back brace up to the amount of 1,146 ₪. Assistance can be received once every 5 years. 

The assistance is provided as a supplement to funding from the Ministry of Health, the HMO, and supplementary insurance. 

The assistance will be granted up to the maximum amount stipulated by law and will not exceed the cost of the instrument. 

You should know: You can also acquire or lease medical instruments through the aid organizations "Yad Sarah" and "Ezer MiZion".

How to apply? 

After acquiring or leasing the medical instrument, log in to your account and submit: 

  • Personal application letter 
    The letter should include personal details, information about the application, and contact details.
  • Medical certificate 
    Certificate by a physician regarding the need for the instrument (only for the first application). 
  • Participation certificate by other entities 
    Certificate by the Ministry of Health, HMO, or supplementary insurance regarding their participation amount.
  • Original invoice or receipt 
    In your name. If the receipt is required for additional funding, you can submit a certified copy.

If necessary, we will contact you and request additional documents to review the application. 

Log in to your account

What happens after you submit the application? 

We will respond within 14 business days from the receipt of all required documents. If there is any delay, we will make sure to inform you. 

Once eligibility is approved, the reimbursement will be transferred via the monthly benefits slip. 

Orthopedic shoes

What can you receive? 

Reimbursement for orthopedic shoes manufactured at an institute specializing in the production of custom-made orthopedic shoes. 

Reimbursement details 

The reimbursement amount is up to 1,152 ₪, minus a deductible of 374 ₪

Funding is provided for the purchase of one pair of shoes per year and is subject to medical approval. 

Example: 

For shoes purchased at 700 ₪, we will reimburse you 348 ₪ (700 ₪ minus 374 ₪). 

For shoes purchased at 2,000 ₪, we will reimburse you 1,152 ₪ (the maximum amount). 

How to apply? 

After acquiring the orthopedic shoes, log in to your account and submit: 

  • Medical certificate 
    Medical certificate indicating the need for orthopedic shoes (only for the first application).
  • Invoice or receipt 
    Issued in your name. 

If necessary, we will contact you to request additional documents for reviewing the application. 

Log in to your account

What happens after you submit the application? 

We will respond within 23 business days from the receipt of all required documents. If there is any delay, we will ensure to inform you. 

Once eligibility is approved, the reimbursement will be transferred via the monthly benefits slip. 

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