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China social insurance for expats

What is the basic insurance in China – Social Insurance in China Explained

What is the basic insurance in China – Social Insurance in China Explained 640 384 China Access Team

Understanding China’s social insurance for expats 2025 As one of the fastest growing economies, China introduced social insurance several decades ago to both local residents and foreign employees. In this…

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Alternative Medicine in your Health Insurance

What’s alternative medicine cover in your health insurance?

What’s alternative medicine cover in your health insurance? 700 553 China Access Team

Understanding alternative medicine cover in your insurance plan in China Alternative medicine in health insurance refers to coverage for therapies outside of conventional medicine such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, herbal…

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What is medical underwriting?

What is medical underwriting? 150 150 China Access Team

What is medical underwriting for health insurance? Medical underwriting includes applicant disclosing their past medical history which is the reviewed by the medical team of an insurance company. Based on…

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Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Care

Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Care 150 150 China Access Team

Understanding the difference between inpatient and outpatient care Most insurance companies define inpatient care as a treatment where overnight stay in a hospital is medically necessary. On the other hand,…

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All you need to know about mental health insurance

All you need to know about mental health insurance 150 150 China Access Team

Understanding mental health cover in your insurance plan in China It is not easy to find a good mental health insurance in China. Even those that provide such benefits, usually…

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The Best Health Insurance for Children in China in 2025

The Best Health Insurance for Children in China in 2025 150 150 China Access Team

Can I buy health insurance for kids in China? Yes, you can. Options are either purchase a policy with at least one adult on it too, or go for a…

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Medical Inflation in China

What is medical inflation?

What is medical inflation? 839 498 China Access Team

What is medical inflation and how does it impact my health insurance in China? Medical inflation is similar to general inflation and is referred to the rate at which costs…

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Understanding Health Insurance Portability

Understanding Health Insurance Portability 150 150 China Access Team

What is portable health insurance in China? Allianz, AXA, Now Health and Bupa are best known in China for portability. You can carry on with their plans upon your relocation…

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Lifetime Health Insurance Plans: Options for Long-Term Expats in China

Lifetime Health Insurance Plans: Options for Long-Term Expats in China 150 150 China Access Team

What is lifetime health insurance? Lifetime health insurance generally refers to a type of insurance policy that provides coverage for an individual’s lifetime. Meaning that the policy remains in effect…

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Second Medical Opinion in China

Second Medical Opinion in China 150 150 China Access Team

What is Second Medical Opinion? If you ever feel uncertain about your medical condition, or feel you have been misdiagnosed – this is when you need to use Second Medical…

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