以有限资源最大程度守护生命健康(人民时评)
Ren Min Ri Bao·2025-11-26 22:09

Core Viewpoint - The recent rumor claiming that only 2% of approved drugs are included in the medical insurance catalog has been clarified, revealing that 3,159 drugs are listed, accounting for approximately 63% of the total market drugs [1] Group 1: Medical Insurance Catalog - The medical insurance catalog has been continuously expanded, with 835 new drugs added in recent years, enhancing the basic medical insurance coverage [1] - The catalog reflects a response to public medication needs, with updates ensuring better coverage for cancer treatments, rare diseases, and children's medication safety [2] - The adjustment mechanism for the medical insurance catalog has become regularized and scientific, aiming to improve the quality and structure of clinical medication [2] Group 2: Multi-layered Medical Security System - The need for a multi-layered medical security system is emphasized, as basic medical insurance alone cannot meet diverse health demands [3] - The "14th Five-Year Plan" suggests optimizing drug procurement and insurance payment policies to support a multi-tiered medical security framework [3] - The introduction of a commercial health insurance innovative drug catalog aims to enhance the multi-layered medical security system, even though basic medical insurance does not cover these drugs [3] Group 3: Commitment to Public Health - The focus is on ensuring that every penny spent on health maximizes benefits rather than just purchasing expensive drugs, maintaining the principle of "basic protection" [4] - The ongoing reforms aim to alleviate the healthcare burdens of the population, reflecting a commitment to improving public health and well-being [4]