What are the preferential activities for IVF fee?
IVF is a kind of assisted reproductive technology, which can help couples who cannot conceive naturally due to fertility barriers realize their reproductive dreams. However, the cost of IVF is a daunting problem for many people. Fortunately, some hospitals and institutions have launched some preferential activities to reduce the burden on couples. This article will elaborate on the preferential activities in terms of IVF fees from the following four aspects.
1. Bonus policy
In order to encourage fertility or solve population problems, governments in many countries or regions have introduced IVF bonus policies. These policies usually include funding schemes, tax breaks and medical insurance coverage. For example, some countries will provide a certain proportion of subsidies for IVF costs to reduce the economic burden of couples. In addition, some countries will provide tax reduction or exemption policies for IVF related drugs and medical devices to further reduce costs.
In China, some cities have also introduced their own IVF bonus policies. For example, Beijing has implemented the high-tech artificial insemination subsidy plan for test tube babies, which reduces the financial burden of families by providing financial subsidies to eligible couples.
2. Hospital internal discount
In order to attract more patients, many hospitals will provide some preferential activities for IVF fees. These discounts can be direct fee reduction or discount, or they can be a gift of some IVF related tests or drugs.
For example, a hospital may introduce a membership system. By paying a certain amount of membership fees, patients can enjoy certain fee preferences. In addition, some hospitals will regularly hold IVF health lectures or free consultation activities to provide free consultation and preliminary examination, so as to provide more choices for patients.
3. Charity funding
Some charities are also aware of the pressure of IVF on the economy, so they will provide relevant subsidies and assistance. These institutions usually provide certain fee relief or full support to couples in need by raising donations or cooperating with hospitals.
For example, The International Women's Health Cooperation has offices in many countries to help couples with limited economic conditions reduce the cost burden by sponsoring IVF projects. In addition, some charities will also provide psychological counseling and support services to help couples overcome the psychological confusion in the process of IVF.
4. Medical insurance reimbursement
The medical insurance system in some countries and regions has also begun to cover the cost of IVF, so that patients can get some reimbursement from medical insurance. These countries or regions usually formulate corresponding regulations to reimburse eligible couples or directly pay a certain proportion of IVF expenses.
For example, Britain's National Health System (NHS) lists IVF as a part of basic medical services, and couples can obtain corresponding medical insurance reimbursement through application. In addition, Australia, Canada and other countries have similar medical insurance policies, which include IVF expenses into medical insurance reimbursement items.
Summary
The cost of IVF is a daunting problem for couples, but fortunately, there are many preferential activities that can help them reduce economic pressure. The government's dividend policy, the hospital's internal preference, the charity's subsidy and the reimbursement of medical insurance have all helped the IVF expenses to a certain extent. Couples can learn about these preferential activities and choose a suitable way to realize their reproductive dreams.
