PLA General Hospital (301 Hospital) Beijing Guide for International Patients (2026)

Full name: PLA General Hospital / 中国人民解放军总医院 (commonly called 301医院)

Location: 28 Fuxing Road, Haidian District, Beijing

Getting there: Subway Line 1, Wukesong Station, Exit A (~15-min walk); or subway Line 9, Baiduizi Station (~10-min walk). Taxi/DiDi is usually more convenient as the hospital grounds are large.

Outpatient hours: Monday–Friday, 08:00–12:00 and 14:00–17:00. International Medical Center maintains slightly extended hours for scheduling.

Size: 301 is one of the largest hospital complexes in Beijing — multiple buildings across a large campus. Allow extra navigation time on your first visit.

301's International Medical Center (国际医疗中心, IMC) is one of the better-established international patient departments in Beijing. Key features:

- English-speaking staff: Coordinators and selected doctors in the IMC have English capability; the IMC is designed for non-Chinese speakers. - Longer appointment times: 20–30 minutes per appointment vs 5–15 in standard clinics. - Coordination: IMC coordinators can arrange referrals within the hospital, liaison between departments, and translation of records. - Higher fees: All services within the IMC are billed at IMC rates, which are significantly higher than standard clinic rates.

How to book IMC: Contact the IMC directly by phone or email (details on the hospital's official website). Appointments are available with less competition than standard specialist slots.

Standard clinic vs IMC: For most expats, the IMC is the recommended route for initial consultations and ongoing care. For a one-time specialist second opinion, particularly if cost matters, the standard clinic with a patient escort providing interpretation is often more cost-effective — the clinical quality is identical.

301 is a comprehensive hospital with strength across almost all specialties. Areas most frequently used by international patients and expats:

Oncology: 301 has strong oncology capabilities including surgery, medical oncology, and radiation. For cancer patients not going to Beijing Cancer Hospital, 301 is often the second choice.

Neurology / Neurosurgery: Brain tumours, cerebrovascular disease, movement disorders. Comparable to Tiantan in many areas.

Orthopaedics: Joint replacement, spine surgery, sports medicine. Broadly comparable to Jishuitan for most common procedures.

Organ transplantation: One of China's leading transplant centres — kidney, liver, heart, lung.

Geriatrics: 301 has a dedicated geriatrics department, which is relevant for elderly international patients or overseas Chinese seeking care for ageing parents.

Ophthalmology: Retinal disease, glaucoma, cataract surgery.

General internal medicine and complex multi-system disease: 301's breadth makes it a strong choice for patients with conditions affecting multiple systems.

Via the International Medical Center (recommended): Contact the IMC directly to schedule appointments. The IMC coordinator will match you with the appropriate specialist. This is the most straightforward route for non-Mandarin speakers.

Via standard outpatient (京医通 booking): If you prefer the standard clinic route (lower cost), 301 is on 京医通. Book through the app 7 days in advance at 07:00. Note: you will need a Chinese-speaking escort for standard clinic visits — doctors in standard clinics will conduct consultations in Mandarin.

What to bring: - Passport (foreigners use passport for registration at 301) - All existing medical records, imaging discs, and reports - Current medication list - Bilingual medical summary (we can prepare this in advance)

Large campus: 301 is a substantial military hospital complex. Buildings are numbered and colour-coded — follow the signs carefully or ask at information desks. The IMC is located in a separate building (confirm current location when you book).

Security: As a PLA institution, 301 has security checks at the main entrance. Bring your passport. Large bags may be scanned.

Payment: Standard payment is through WeChat Pay, Alipay, or Chinese bank card. The IMC can accept additional payment methods — confirm with the coordinator.

Accommodation: 301 is in Haidian District, near the military residential compounds and close to universities. The Wukesong and Yuyuantan areas have good hotel options within 15 minutes.

*Note: All hospital fees below are paid directly to 301 Hospital in CNY. Our patient escort service fee is quoted separately in USD.*

Standard clinic (approximate, self-pay CNY): - Outpatient consultation: CNY ¥50–500 - CT scan: CNY ¥400–1,200 - MRI: CNY ¥600–1,800

International Medical Center: - IMC consultation: CNY ¥500–1,500+ (significantly higher than standard) - All downstream services billed at IMC rates

For complex procedures (surgery, transplant), obtain a written cost estimate from the IMC coordinator before committing.