{"id":2081,"date":"2022-12-27T01:45:02","date_gmt":"2022-12-26T16:45:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asca-techlab.com\/?p=2081"},"modified":"2022-12-27T02:18:44","modified_gmt":"2022-12-26T17:18:44","slug":"going-to-the-hospital-in-japan-the-ultimate-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/asca-techlab.com\/going-to-the-hospital-in-japan-the-ultimate-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Going To The Hospital In Japan: The Ultimate Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"

Going to the hospital would confuse newcomers because of the different systems and structures. This guide will cover all the information you need about visiting a Japanese hospital.<\/span><\/p>\n

STEP 1: Know which clinic\/ hospital is right for you<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Unlike other countries, it is not common for Japanese citizens to have a designated doctor to visit in all cases of illness or injury. This is because clinics here are separated into specialties. The list below is of common departments and examples of illness\/ injury.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Internal Medicine (\u5185\u79d1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: Specialize in medicine-based treatments rather than surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: cold, flu, regular checkup. However, some prefer to go directly to the Ear, Nose, and Throat\uff08\u8033\u9f3b\u79d1\uff09for illnesses such as stuffed noses or fever that starts from the throat.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pediatrics (\u5c0f\u5150\u79d1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: Clinic\/department specialized for children up to 15 years old.<\/span><\/p>\n

Example of illness\/injury: Varies that are related to children. However, some prefer to go directly to Dermatology(\u76ae\u819a\u79d1) for skin-related illnesses such as rashes or ENTs\uff08\u8033\u9f3b\u79d1\uff09for illnesses such as stuffed nose or fever that start from the throat.<\/span><\/p>\n

Obstetrics and Gynecology (\u7523\u5a66\u4eba\u79d1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: Checkups and treatment related to women\u2019s reproductive system<\/span><\/p>\n

Example of illness\/injury: Pregnant checkup, irregular period, intense period pain<\/span><\/p>\n

Dermatology (\u76ae\u819a\u79d1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: branch of the medical deals with the skin<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: rashes, pimple problems, dry skin, sweat problems, Candidiasis<\/span><\/p>\n

ENTs- Ear, Nose, and Throat (\u8033\u9f3b\u79d1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: treat diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, and throat, including problems with the sinuses and inner ear<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: sore throat, allergy, Ear infection, Sinusitis, Hearing disturbance<\/span><\/p>\n

Gastroenterology (\u6d88\u5316\u5668)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: the branch of the medical that deals with diagnosing and treating disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and related organs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: Coeliac Disease, Constipation, Diarrhea, Gastric, GORD,<\/span><\/p>\n

Respiratory (\u547c\u5438\u5668)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: the branch of the medical that is concerned with the lungs and respiratory system<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary fibrosis, pneumonia<\/span><\/p>\n

Orthopedic Surgery (\u6574\u5f62\u5916\u79d1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: Specialize in surgical treatment<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: joint problem, gout, frozen shoulder (syndrome), bone fracture, Scratches and scars<\/span><\/p>\n

Psychiatry (\u7cbe\u795e\u79d1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: medicine focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: depression, ADHD, panic disorder, anxiety disorder, sudden loss of interest in anything, changes in sleeping habits, difficulty in interacting<\/span><\/p>\n

Endocrinology (\u5185\u5206\u6ccc)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: physiology and medicine are concerned with endocrine glands and hormones.<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: Thyroid Disorders, obesity, Adrenal insufficiency<\/span><\/p>\n

Ophthalmology (\u773c\u79d1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: <\/span>concerned with the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the eye.<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: allergy, dry eyes, cataracts, vision problems<\/span><\/p>\n

Dentist(\u6b6f\u79d1)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Explanation: illness and other conditions that affect the teeth and gums<\/span><\/p>\n

Examples of illness\/injury: cavity, toothache, bleeding gum<\/span><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

STEP 2: Prepare your Health Insurance<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Depending on your residency status, your type of health insurance will differ. With health insurance, most Japanese Residents have covered 70% of their healthcare costs, having only to pay 30%. In other words, you don\u2019t have to worry about high-cost medical care.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the types of health insurance. Ensure you have all the documents before heading to the hospital\/clinic. You might have to pay 100% of the medical cost if you don’t have all the documents.<\/span><\/p>\n

Employees\u2019 Health Insurance (EHI) \u5065\u5eb7\u4fdd\u967a
\nInsurance for those who work a full-time contract (30 hours a week or more). A part-time worker can also apply it with certain conditions. Refer here for more information.<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. Employees\u2019 Health Insurance (EHI) \u5065\u5eb7\u4fdd\u967a<\/strong>
    \n<\/span>Insurance for those who work a full-time contract (30 hours a week or more). A part-time worker can also apply it with certain conditions. Refer <\/span>here<\/span>\u00a0 (https:\/\/www.nenkin.go.jp\/international\/japanese-system\/employeespension\/employee.html) for more information.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Long Life Medical Care System (MCS) \u9577\u5bff\u533b\u7642\u5236\u5ea6<\/strong>
    \n<\/span>This insurance\/system is for the elderly. It applies to those 75 or older or 65 or above with disability. Be noted that this is only for long-term residents. A traveler with no valid visa is not eligible for insurance even if they passed the age condition.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Japanese National Health Insurance (NHI) \u56fd\u6c11\u5065\u5eb7\u4fdd\u967a<\/strong>
    \n<\/span>NHI is the health insurance that everyone falls under if an alternative is unavailable. This applies to the unemployed, self-employed, those without full-time contracts, and students. Of course, this is only for those with an applicable visa. You can join National Health Insurance (NHI) at your local city or ward office.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. \u00a0<\/strong>Private Insurance (Travel insurance) \u79c1\u7684\u4fdd\u967a<\/strong>
    \n<\/span>Used only by those with a short-term visa (less than 90 days). Be noted that only certain hospitals\/clinics will accept it. Meaning you need to check on the coverage of your insurance provider. Here are 2 of the insurance providers ASCA Tech Lab can recommend.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
      \n
    • \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>Sompo Japan\u00a0<\/span>https:\/\/www.sompo-japan-off.jp\/travelins\/travelins_en.html<\/li>\n
    • \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>TOKIO OMOTENASHI POLICY https:\/\/t-o.tokiomarine-nichido.co.jp\/IB01\/dfw\/IB01\/ZS3101_WC\/main2#__ZS_hash<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

       <\/p>\n

      STEP 3: Arriving at the hospital<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      Find the receptionist and tell the receptionist that you want to see the doctor. Here are the sample Japanese terms that you can use.<\/span><\/p>\n

       <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
      English<\/span><\/td>\nJapanese (Romaji)<\/span><\/td>\nJapanese<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      I would like to see the doctor<\/span><\/td>\nShinsatsu wo onegaishimasu<\/span><\/td>\n\u8a3a\u5bdf\u3092\u304a\u9858\u3044\u3057\u307e\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      I have a fever<\/span><\/td>\nNetsu ga arimasu<\/span><\/td>\n\u71b1\u304c \u3042\u308a\u307e\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      I feel nauseous<\/span><\/td>\nHakige ga shimasu<\/span><\/td>\n\u5410\u304d\u6c17\u304c\u3057\u307e\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      I have constipation<\/span><\/td>\nBenpi desu<\/span><\/td>\n\u4fbf\u79d8\u3067\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      I have diarrhea<\/span><\/td>\nGeri desu<\/span><\/td>\n\u4e0b\u75e2\u3067\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      My ______ hurts<\/span><\/td>\n_____ ga itai desu<\/span><\/td>\n______\u304c\u75db\u3044\u3067\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      My ______ ichy<\/span><\/td>\n_____ ga kayui desu<\/span><\/td>\n______\u304c\u75d2\u3044\u3067\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      ear<\/span><\/td>\nmimi<\/span><\/td>\n\u8033<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      tooth<\/span><\/td>\nha<\/span><\/td>\n\u6b6f<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      throat<\/span><\/td>\nnodo<\/span><\/td>\n\u5589<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      eyes<\/span><\/td>\nme<\/span><\/td>\n\u76ee<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      nose<\/span><\/td>\nhana<\/span><\/td>\n\u9f3b<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      back<\/span><\/td>\nkoshi<\/span><\/td>\n\u8170<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      head<\/span><\/td>\natama<\/span><\/td>\n\u982d<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      stomach<\/span><\/td>\nonaka<\/span><\/td>\n\u304a\u8179<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Cough\u00a0<\/span><\/td>\nseki<\/span><\/td>\n\u54b3<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Runny nose<\/span><\/td>\nHana mizu ga demasu<\/span><\/td>\n\u9f3b\u6c34\u304c\u3067\u307e\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Hay fever<\/span><\/td>\nkafunshou<\/span><\/td>\n\u82b1\u7c89\u75c7<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      My periods are irregular<\/span><\/td>\nSeiri ga fujun desu<\/span><\/td>\n\u751f\u7406\u304c\u4e0d\u9806\u3067\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      I am on my period<\/span><\/td>\nSeirichu desu<\/span><\/td>\n\u751f\u7406\u4e2d\u3067\u3059<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      allergy<\/span><\/td>\narerugi<\/span><\/td>\n\u30a2\u30ec\u30eb\u30ae\u30fc<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      Diabetes<\/span><\/td>\nTounyoubyou<\/span><\/td>\n\u7cd6\u5c3f\u75c5<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
      asthma<\/span><\/td>\nZensoku<\/span><\/td>\n\u5598\u606f<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

       <\/p>\n

      STEP 4:\u3000Buy your prescription medications<\/strong><\/h2>\n

      Buy your medication at a pharmacy. But don\u2019t get confused between a drugstore (\u85ac\u5c40) and a pharmacy\uff08\u8abf\u5264\u85ac\u5c40\uff09. They have the same meaning, but, na-ah, not in Japan.<\/span><\/p>\n

      After meeting the doctor, you will receive a prescription(\u51e6\u65b9\u305b\u3093) that contains information about what medications you will need. Bring the prescription to any of the pharmacies (\u8abf\u5264\u85ac\u5c40) with your insurance documents. Also, if you are a resident, preparing your medication book (\u85ac\u624b\u5e33) is good too.<\/span><\/p>\n

        \n
      1. Your insurance ID numbers etc<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. Name, BOD, Sex<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. Name of the hospital\/clinic,\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Phone No, Doctor\u2019s name<\/span><\/p>\n

          \n
        1. Your medications\/drug list<\/span><\/li>\n
        2. Information about Generic Drug<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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