Hunan’s medical insurance authority announced that from July 1, 2026, selected results of the 29-province electrosurgery and neutral electrode VBP alliance will be implemented—covering more than 20 million units and over ¥3.5 billion in contract value.
Timeline highlights
Key milestones include official notification release, hospital contracting, and phased provincial execution beginning July 1.
Hunan-led alliance with innovation-friendly rules
Hunan served as lead province for the first time, coordinating 28 provinces and Xinjiang Production and Construction Corps. The bidding model combines base product value with innovation premium, includes revival and price-correction mechanisms, and achieved stable Group A pricing without abnormal low bids.
Likashow: five groups selected
BBT’s Likashow business unit secured selection in five clinical groups covering commonly used electrosurgery consumables.
Why Likashow
Full VBP compliance, broad SKU coverage (hooks, needles, forceps, scissors), proprietary low-temperature cold-cut technology with minimal char and smoke, and compatibility with major energy platforms including Olympus, ERBE, and ConMed enable zero-switch hospital adoption.
Regional teams should monitor provincial execution notices, complete listing and distribution agreements, and coordinate dealer supply to ensure uninterrupted clinical availability.
