To get into a large hospital, go through a primary-care referral or the hospital's referral center, and don't use ticket scalpers
- Moderate value
- Evidence A
- Saves time
- Free
- Takes some hours
- No willpower
In plain words
Large hospitals must set aside a share of appointments and beds specifically for people referred from primary care. Hospitals must also set up a referral center, or designate a fixed department in charge of referrals, with full coverage by 2027. Not being able to book an appointment does not mean there is no way in. Besides being expensive, a scalper's appointment may send you to a department that doesn't fit your problem.
Translated from the Chinese original. Original book, section 24, tip 3. 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 Content may be out of date and rules differ by place.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