A conceptual framework and path of integration of systems of public health, medical service and health financing in China

Based on a narrative literature review, we summarized structures, functions, characteristics of and relationships among China′s public health system, medical service and health financing system. A conceptual framework of integration of systems of public health, medical service and health financing the ‘three-in-one’ for short was developed by using the Donabedian model for healthcare improvement. A development path to ‘three-in-one’ was put forward, which synthesizes evidence, recommendations and best practice from other countries and implementation case studies in China.