Who this page is for
All practices invoicing patients or payers directly
The Swiss QR-bill consists of a receipt, a payment section, and the Swiss QR Code. The code contains payment-relevant information digitally, while key details remain readable on the payment section.
For therapy practices, the QR-bill is more than a layout. It links invoice, incoming payment, reminders, bank account, and patient administration.
What must be correct on the QR-bill
Name, address, amount, currency, account data, reference, and payment purpose must match the invoice. Small discrepancies can make payment matching harder and create manual work.
The practice tests the whole process, not just the PDF: create invoice, read QR payment section, post payment, and send reminders if necessary.
- Maintain bank details and payment recipient centrally.
- Generate references clearly and traceably.
- Test the QR payment section on mobile and printed invoices.
QR-bill and Tarif 590
Tarif 590 invoices combine two layers: professional service data for the reimbursement receipt and payment data for paying the invoice.
These layers serve different purposes. The QR Code is used for payment; tariff positions, ZSR number, and recognition-related information still need to be correct.
Payment tracking and reminders
Payment tracking works reliably when the practice can follow open items systematically. If invoices only exist as separate PDFs, partial payments, late payments, and reminders quickly become hard to manage.
Practice software connects invoice status, incoming payment, and reminder level with patient and service.
Test QR-bills before live use
- Check bank account, payment recipient, and address.
- Create a test invoice with a realistic amount.
- Read the QR Code with a banking app or validation process.
- Trace incoming payment and status change.
- Review reminder text and deadlines.
Common mistakes
- Leaving old bank data in invoice templates.
- Visually checking the QR payment section but never scanning it.
- Assigning invoice numbers and payment references without a clear system.
- Mixing tariff data and payment data in the same error analysis.
Practice questions
Did QR-bills replace payment slips?
Yes. The QR-bill has been in circulation since June 2020 and finally replaced Swiss payment slips on October 1, 2022. The current SIX specifications, including the changes effective November 22, 2025, remain decisive.
Do I need a QR-IBAN?
That depends on the reference type and bank setup. Use the bank and the Swiss Payment Standards for verification. The practice software must handle the chosen data correctly.
Can a Tarif 590 invoice also be a QR-bill?
Yes, an invoice can contain payment information as a QR payment section. Tariff and reimbursement data still need to be correct separately.
Connect invoices and payments
In PRAXSYS, QR invoices, open items, and practice administration can be managed together.
View billing featuresRelated topics
Billing
Tarif 590
Tarif 590 standardizes outpatient complementary medicine services in Swiss supplementary insurance. Recognition, reimbursement, and licensing remain separate topics.
Identification
ZSR Number
The ZSR number identifies medical service providers in the Swiss provider register. For billing and insurer communication it must match the practice, activity, and current register status.
Practice setup
Practice Setup
Before launch, more than permits need to be clarified. Practice software depends on master data, services, tariffs, payment process, data protection roles, and a tested workflow.
Sources and further reading
Status, responsibilities, and details can change. For binding information, consult the responsible authorities, registries, insurers, associations, and professional advisors.