武汉完成全国首例医保价脑机接口手术

Core Insights - The first clinical operation of an implanted brain-computer interface (BCI) in China was successfully completed at Huazhong University of Science and Technology, marking a significant step in the commercialization of BCI technology [1][2] - The operation was performed under a newly established pricing framework for BCI services, which includes specific fees for invasive and non-invasive procedures, providing a regulatory foundation for clinical applications [1] Group 1 - The implanted BCI surgery for a 31-year-old spinal cord injury patient was conducted successfully, utilizing a device with 64-channel flexible electrodes to monitor brain signals related to hand movement and sensation [1] - The pricing for BCI services in Hubei province includes 6552 yuan for invasive implantation, 3139 yuan for extraction, and 966 yuan for non-invasive adaptation, which supports the compliant entry of this technology into clinical practice [1] - The operation is considered a pioneering case in China, establishing a clinical precedent for the application of BCI technology and setting a foundation for future widespread clinical use [2] Group 2 - Despite the successful surgery, BCI technology is still in the clinical trial phase and has not yet reached market application, with costs currently covered by research funding [2] - The significance of this surgery extends beyond technical achievement, as it lays a crucial institutional groundwork for the future large-scale clinical application of BCI services across the country [2]