Information for overseas residents For Patients

Information for overseas residents and foreign nationals seeking medical care

1.Overseas residents seeking medical care at Kyushu University Hospital

As a rule, overseas residents seeking medical care at our hospital are received through The National University Hospital Medical Cooperation Network for smooth and safe consultation and treatment.
Please see here for more information. 

2.Foreign nationals residing in Japan

Please consult with the medical institution at which you are currently receiving medical care. It is possible to make an initial appointment at our hospital through local medical institutions.

3.Medical fees

Treatment for foreign nationals who are not enrolled in the Japanese health insurance system are charged 20 yen per 1 medical fee point. The same applies to Japanese living overseas who are not eligible for health insurance.
Please see here for more information. 

4.Interpreter

As a rule, individuals with difficulty communicating in Japanese must be accompanied by an interpreter.
Please see here for more information. 

5.Inquiries