Yes, other than the $0 teeth extraction and medications mentioned above, Chinese patients often have other $0 medical expenses like doctor visits and consults.
I used to wonder why my Chinese friends went to the hospital so often, it seemed their trip was “for fun” sometimes. Then I found out that their copay is usually free or under a dollar, and my perspective changed.
Yes, other than the $0 teeth extraction and medications mentioned above, Chinese patients often have other $0 medical expenses like doctor visits and consults.
I used to wonder why my Chinese friends went to the hospital so often, it seemed their trip was “for fun” sometimes. Then I found out that their copay is usually free or under a dollar, and my perspective changed.