The Effect of Medical Insurance on Outpatient Visits by the Elderly: An Empirical Study with China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study Data

ConclusionEnrollment in BMI was found to be significantly associated with an increased number of outpatient visits, whereas supplementary medical insurance membership did not have a significant effect. The effects of BMI enrollment also differed by scheme and age. For those with a high rate of outpatient medical services utilization, the enhancing effect of BMI on the number of outpatient visits was not significant, so new medical insurance policies should be provided to the elderly population in China.
Source: Applied Health Economics and Health Policy - Category: Health Management Source Type: research