At Jiangxi Provincial Children's Hospital, Chen Jian couldn't contain his joy as his eight-month-old baby heard the world's sounds for the very first time. 🎶 Thanks to recent medical reforms, miracles like this are becoming a reality for many families in China.
Just a few months after birth, Chen's baby was diagnosed with congenital bilateral profound deafness. The news was heartbreaking, and the cost of cochlear implant surgery—540,000 yuan (about $76,000)—was a heavy weight on this rural family's shoulders. 💔
But in September 2023, a game-changing policy in Jiangxi Province turned their story around. Cochlear implants were included in the medical insurance reimbursement scope, covering an average of 70% of the costs. For low-income families like Chen's, this support skyrocketed to a 90% reimbursement! 🥳
\"We only needed to pay 38,000 yuan,\" Chen shared with China Media Group (CMG), amazed by the difference. The medical reforms didn't just bring sound to his baby's ears—they brought hope and a brighter future. 🌟
These reforms are music to the ears of many families, literally! With barriers being broken down, more children are tuning into life's melodies, and more smiles are lighting up across China. ❤️
Reference(s):
Hearing hope: How medical reforms empower deaf patients in China
cgtn.com
