BEIJING, May 6 (Xinhua) — China has introduced a fresh set of regulations aimed at standardizing the oversight of designated institutions responsible for assessing individuals’ self-care incapability in long-term care insurance schemes.
The National Healthcare Security Administration has issued these regulations, which outline fundamental criteria, operational requirements, and oversight protocols for these institutions.
Under the new guidelines, relevant institutions can apply to regional healthcare security authorities to become designated evaluation institutions. Approval requires passing a comprehensive review process followed by public notice.
China initiated the long-term care insurance schemes on a pilot basis in 2016, now covering 49 cities and benefiting 180 million people. The implementation of these regulations is expected to enhance the fairness and efficiency of these schemes.
