Quest Quiz

What are the characteristics of hospitals and clinics in Japan?

In Japan, hospitals are divided into departments like internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, etc., while clinics generally specialize in a specific field.

What is the procedure for receiving medical treatment at a hospital?

Most hospitals require an appointment. At the hospital, you present your health insurance card at the reception and proceed with the necessary formalities. In emergencies, you can go directly to an emergency hospital.

How is health insurance used at hospitals?

By presenting your health insurance card during a medical examination, part of the medical costs are covered by insurance. The insurance card is required at every visit.

Points

• Choose a hospital based on the department that matches your symptoms.
• For first-time visits, you need a health insurance card and ID, and you will be asked to register as a patient and fill out a questionnaire.
• Prescriptions are given by doctors and can be filled at nearby pharmacies.
• In emergencies, you can go to an emergency hospital without an appointment.
• Many hospitals require appointments, so it’s important to check in advance.

In Japanese hospitals and clinics, departments are finely divided, and it’s important to choose the right medical facility according to your symptoms.

Understanding the use of health insurance and procedures for first-time patients helps in accessing appropriate medical services. Gathering necessary information in advance can be beneficial.