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推广免陪照护服务,“好照护”要有“好价格”
Nan Fang Du Shi Bao·2025-04-28 13:54

Core Viewpoint - Guangdong Province has launched a pilot program for "unaccompanied care services" in eight cities, aiming to alleviate the burden on families while providing professional and affordable care options for elderly patients [1][2]. Group 1: Pilot Program Implementation - The pilot program for unaccompanied care services is being implemented in cities such as Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Shantou, with plans for gradual expansion based on the situation [1]. - The introduction of a formal pricing structure for unaccompanied care services, following adjustments by the National Medical Insurance Administration, provides a policy foundation for promoting "unaccompanied care wards" [1]. Group 2: Pricing and Market Comparison - The pricing for unaccompanied care services generally ranges from 120 to 150 yuan per day for a "one-to-three" caregiver-to-patient ratio, while the standard for "one-to-one" care is set at 280 yuan per day in Guangdong [2]. - The challenge remains to ensure that the pricing of unaccompanied care services is competitive compared to market-based care options, as some pilot hospitals have already included these services in medical insurance [2]. Group 3: Concerns and Workforce Development - Patients and families express concerns regarding the acceptance of unaccompanied care services, influenced by traditional views and fears of inadequate service quality [3]. - The Guangdong plan emphasizes the need for caregivers to obtain training and certification, ensuring that all nursing staff are managed under hospital oversight to enhance the professionalism and reliability of care services [3].