Chinese mainland NPC Standing Committee Reviews Key Legal Amendments
NPC Standing Committee of the Chinese mainland opens 16th session to review key legal amendments in healthcare, social assistance, food safety, civil aviation, and data rights.
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China Expands Medical Insurance to Enhance Coverage and Accessibility
China boosts its basic medical insurance by expanding drug catalogs, reducing medicine prices, and adding more services, enhancing coverage and accessibility.
China Enhances Healthcare: 13 Rare Disease Drugs Now Covered by Insurance
China adds 13 rare-disease drugs to its medical insurance catalog, expanding coverage to over 90 medicines. This move aims to make treatment more accessible and affordable for patients nationwide.
China’s Drug Negotiation Saves Patients Over $112 Billion
China’s drug price negotiations have saved patients over $112 billion, enhancing access to 3,159 medications and improving coverage for chronic, rare, and pediatric diseases.
China Updates National Medical Insurance with 91 New Affordable Drugs
China’s national medical insurance list now includes 91 new drugs, reducing patient costs by 63% on average. The update enhances coverage for chronic, rare diseases and pediatric medications, effective January 2025.
China’s Medical Insurance System Sees Significant Growth in 2023
A 2023 report highlights significant improvements in China’s medical insurance system, enhancing service accessibility and ensuring fund sustainability with expanded coverage and reduced medical expenses.