Beijing introduces a new policy allowing insured individuals to use their medical insurance accounts to purchase over-the-counter medicines online, setting a milestone in healthcare modernization. The chapter explores the implications of this policy on pharmaceutical retail and patient care, emphasizing the growing integration of technology in healthcare.
Imagine a world where your medicine cabinet is just a click away, and your medical insurance foots the bill! That’s the reality for Beijing residents as of July 1st. Will this new policy that includes online medicine purchases under insurance coverage shake up the entire pharmaceutical landscape? On the show: Heyang, Ding Heng & Josh Cotterill.