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International hospitals for expats in China. Looking for the best English speaking doctors in China? You are at the right place. Foreigners and Expats in China can choose from four different types of medical facilities. Public hospitals, also known as government-run. Those are the most widely available and affordable option. Surprisingly, at VIP and International…

How much does expat health insurance in China cost? Average costs for a China expatriate health insurance covering both in&outpatient benefits will be RMB 37,219 per year*. Around a third of this will be contributed by each of inpatient and outpatient raider, while the rest distributed between dental and preventative parts. Obviously, if your insurance…

Summary on expat health insurance in China and all you need to know about it Find the right level of insurance you need. Make sure it gives you access to the right medical facilities. Deductibles, copayments or excess. Do you need them? Compare the insurance plans in terms of benefits included, services provided as well…

Pre-existing conditions and how insurance companies can cover them One of the most confusing parts of expat health insurance in China is the section about pre-existing conditions. Most people are unsure what pre-existing conditions are or insurance companies wouldn’t cover them. We know how confusing it can be, but we break it down for you…

Giving Birth in China as a Foreigner. Insurance vs Maternity Packages This article will only cover health insurance plans that cover maternity benefits for giving birth in China as an expat, overview of those hospitals that are fitted to support giving birth as well as how all of it is different if you simply purchase…

Is Healthcare Free in China for Expats? China has universal free healthcare for it’s citizens. As an employed foreigner in China you are entitled to participate in this through social insurance. It is a mandatory requirement for all employed expats in the country. Portions for it will be deducted from your pay check every month.…

How much does it cost to see a doctor in China? That will primarily depend on what medical facility you decide to go to. To remind our readers again, there are 2 types of medical facilities in China: government run hospitals (public care) as well as international type private clinics and hospitals. Last are quite…

What qualifies as a smoker for health insurance in China? As an expat in China, for an individual or family health insurance policy you will need to fill out application form to get the plan. Complexity of enrollment form depends on marketing team of insurance company. However there are a lot of similarities between questions…

Chongqing – Expatriate Healthcare As per recent China census in the last years, Chongqing is ranked #1 most populous municipality in Mainland. It is also directly controlled municipality alongside as Beijing, Shanghai and Tianjin. Location of the city is in-between two major rivers, which led Chongqing to establish itself as a major transportation hub within…

What is preventative care? The purpose of preventative care is to help a person deduct any potential abnormalities in their health at early stages, in many cases, before symptoms actually develop. This article will guide you through the preventative care raider on health insurance plans, how to check if you have these benefits already and…