Table 8 The classification standard of Cinese hospitals
Hospital Level | Hospital Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
Level 1 | Primary Health Care Institution | Provides basic health care services |
Level 2 | Regional Hospital | Provides medical and health services across several communities. Most Level 2 hospitals in China do not have PICUs. |
Level 3 | Medical Prevention Technology Center | Provides medical and health services across regions, provinces, municipalities, and the whole country. These hospitals have comprehensive medical, teaching, and scientific research capabilities. |
Level 3 Grade A General Hospital | A type of Level 3 hospital with high-level facilities and equipment. | |
Level 3 Grade A Children’s Hospital | A type of Level 3 hospital that focuses on providing medical care for children. | |
Level 3 Grade B General Hospital | A type of Level 3 hospital with lower-level facilities and equipment compared to Level 3 Grade A hospitals. | |
Level 3 Grade B Children’s Hospital | A type of Level 3 hospital that provides medical care for children with lower-level facilities and equipment compared to Level 3 Grade A children’s hospitals. |