die KVen
Translation
Associations of Statutory Health Insurance Physicians, SHI Physicians' Associations
Examples
Die KVen der Länder verhandeln mit den Krankenkassen.
The state SHI Physicians' Associations negotiate with the health insurance funds.
Grammar Patterns
Used as a plural noun ((die KVen)). The KVen of the states negotiate.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Vereinigungen (associations), Verbände (federations)
Etymology
Plural of 'KV', the abbreviation for 'Kassenärztliche Vereinigung'. The '-en' suffix marks the plural.
Memory Tips
Simply remember this is the plural form of 'KV'. The '-en' at the end means 'more than one'.