Further reinforces my understanding of Chinese socialism medical policy - if it isn't available for everyone, it's not available to anyone.
All or nothing.

In some ways I understand the reasons behind this - medical policy is perhaps not one of the areas where "you want to let some people get rich first".
Especially during a pandemic.
A bit like NHS in the UK, but in the socialism with Chinese characteristics sort of way.

But then again that "national standard" level is not something I'm happy with.
This was something that weighed on my mind against moving to Mainland permanently when I racked up enough public firm experience to get my CPA/CA.