end-of-life healthcare costs china
Health Insurance Preventive Care vs China’s End‑of‑Life Costs?
Preventive health insurance can dramatically lower the massive out-of-pocket bills retirees face at the end of life, but regional gaps mean many seniors still confront crippling expenses. In 2023, the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey (CLHLS) interviewed 12,345 retirees, revealing stark north-south cost differentials that challenge pension planning. Medical