Core Viewpoint - The cross-provincial medical treatment direct settlement policy has significantly improved the reimbursement process for patients, reducing the financial burden and streamlining the healthcare experience [2][4][11]. Group 1: Policy Impact - As of the first quarter of 2025, the cross-provincial direct settlement system has benefited 70.75 million insured individuals, reducing out-of-pocket expenses by 46.992 billion yuan, marking increases of 37.97% and 11.44% respectively compared to the same period in 2024 [2][7]. - The number of cross-provincial designated medical institutions reached 651,600, an increase of 0.77 million or 1.19% from the end of 2024 [7][8]. - The direct settlement for inpatient services accounted for 3.6389 million cases, reducing personal payments by 36.537 billion yuan, with growth rates of 11.92% and 5.68% respectively [7][8]. Group 2: Technological Advancements - The establishment of a unified national medical insurance information platform has facilitated seamless cross-provincial medical treatment settlements, ending the previous fragmented system [3][8]. - Patients can now complete the reimbursement process using electronic medical insurance credentials or social security cards, significantly reducing the need for physical paperwork and in-person visits [8][9]. Group 3: Regional Innovations - Various provinces have implemented innovative service models, such as automatic registration and immediate settlement for cross-provincial medical treatment, enhancing accessibility for patients [9][10]. - In Yunnan, the "Medical Insurance Market Day" initiative has improved access to services in remote areas, leading to a more than 40% increase in cross-provincial outpatient settlements in the first quarter of 2025 [10]. Group 4: Future Implications - The reforms in cross-provincial medical treatment not only alleviate financial burdens but also promote the free movement of labor and resources across regions, supporting the construction of a unified national market [11].