When foreign residents in Japan seek medical treatment

Medical Treatment Procedures for Foreign Residents in Japan (Varies by Residence Status & Insurance Coverage)

1. For National Health Insurance (NHI) Enrollees

Procedure:

Enroll in NHI at your local municipal office

Receive your insurance card (typically issued within 2 weeks)

Present the insurance card when visiting medical institutions

Pay copayment (typically 30% of costs)

Features:

Features:70% of medical expenses covered

Accepted at all medical facilities

Premiums calculated based on previous year's income

2. For Employees' Health Insurance Enrollees

Procedure:

Enroll through your employer

Receive your health insurance card

Present the card when receiving treatment

Pay copayment (typically 30%)

Features:

Coverage extends to dependents

Eligible for high-cost medical expense benefit system

3. For Uninsured Individuals

Procedure:

Contact medical facilities directly (English-speaking hospitals recommended)

Pay 100% of medical costs out-of-pocket

Keep receipts for potential overseas insurance claims

Features:

Medical expenses can be significantly higher

Emergency treatment available regardless of insurance

4. For International Students (NHI Enrollees)

Procedure:

Receive procedural assistance from your institution's international office

Present insurance card for 30% copayment

May utilize special subsidy programs for students

Features:Dedicated support systems available

Potential additional cost reductions

5. For Short-term Visitors (Tourist Visa, etc.)

Procedure:

Confirm travel insurance coverage

Select English-speaking medical facilities

Pay full costs (may claim reimbursement later)

Please be advised that blue elephant LLC assumes no responsibility for the treatment or surgical information provided by registered medical institutions, or for any transactions that arise between users and medical institutions. Thank you for your understanding.