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Explainer | X-rays free, A&E to cost more: the Post breaks down Hong Kong’s new hospital fees

2 weeks ago01 mins

Hong Kong will overhaul public hospital fees from January 1 to ensure the sustainable development of its healthcare system amid challenges from an ageing population. Authorities estimate the increased fees could generate an additional HK$3 billion (US$385 million) a year, with the extra revenue earmarked to support patients facing financial hardship or critical illnesses. The…

Hong Kong plans new digital platform to cut specialist clinic wait times by 25%

Cs news5 months ago02 mins

Patients with non-urgent conditions could have their waiting times at Hong Kong’s public specialist outpatient clinics reduced by a quarter under a new electronic platform being developed to improve efficiency, the Hospital Authority’s chief has revealed. Libby Lee Ha-yun, who assumed the role of authority chief executive earlier this month, also said on Saturday that…