Before signing up with a family doctor at the community, ask which services are covered by insurance and which you pay for yourself
- High value
- Evidence A
- Saves money
- Free
- Takes minutes
- No willpower
In plain words
The basic service package of the sign-up is covered by medical insurance under the rules. For personalized service packages, you pay the whole cost yourself. When someone pushes an "upgrade package," first ask whether it is the basic package or a personalized one, whether it is on file with the authorities, and how much it costs a year.
Translated from the Chinese original. Original book, section 16, tip 6. This section is about health and medicines. It is general information, not a substitute for a doctor’s diagnosis or prescription. Content may be out of date and rules differ by place. When you actually deal with an agency, a doctor or a court, follow what local officials, doctors and lawyers tell you. Disclaimer