China's Pilot DRG Reimbursement Systems Indicate Substantial Changes To Hospital Prescription Habits
This article was originally published in PharmAsia News
Executive Summary
SHANGHAI - China is experimenting with pilot reimbursement programs that rely on diagnosis related groups (DRG) in cities across the country, looking for ways to reduce medical expenses
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