Medical Bill Too High in Japan: What to Check
What foreign residents can ask about when hospital costs are difficult to pay.
- Check Insurance Use
- Ask About Support Systems
- Talk Before the Deadline
- Keep Receipts
- City Office and Insurance Counter
Check Insurance Use
Ask whether health insurance was applied correctly and whether any documents are missing.
Ask About Support Systems
Depending on the cost and your insurance, high-cost medical expense support or other systems may be relevant.
Talk Before the Deadline
If payment is difficult, consult the hospital payment counter before the deadline.
Keep Receipts
Keep hospital receipts, medicine receipts, insurance documents, and payment plans.
City Office and Insurance Counter
Your city office or insurance counter may explain procedures related to insurance and medical costs.
This article is based on official public information and is written in simple English. Procedures may differ by person and city. Please check the official page or a consultation office for your own case.
Source: https://www.mhlw.go.jp/stf/seisakunitsuite/bunya/kenkou_iryou/iryouhoken/index.html
