Kitakyushu City Yahata Hospital
- Languages
- EnglishKoreanThaiVietnamese+1
- Support
- Interpreter
- Departments
- Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology +6
Prefectural hub for international patients
Saiseikai Yahata General Hospital
社会福祉法人恩賜財団済生会支部 福岡県済生会八幡総合病院
Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
Saiseikai Yahata General Hospital is a hospital in Fukuoka Prefecture listed by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare as accepting international patients, designated by the prefecture as a hub for international patients. Languages available: English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Departments include oncology, cardiology, and neurology. It has medical interpreters and remote interpreting services.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Spanish · French · Korean · Portuguese · Russian · Thai · Vietnamese · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥10 per insurance point
Departments and languages: 綜合診療科, Internal medicine, Nephrology, Cardiology, Neurology, Respiratory medicine, 肝臓 Internal medicine, 内分泌, 代謝, Diabetes, Gastroenterology, Surgery, 血管 Surgery, Thoracic surgery, Gastrointestinal surgery, Breast surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Dermatology, Urology, ENT, Ophthalmology, 人工透析 Surgery, Hematology, Radiology, Rheumatology, Palliative care: EN ※コールセンター利用により, 21言語対応: EN, ZH, KO, TH, VI, ID, TL, NE, MS, ES, PT, DE, FR, IT, RU, KM, MY, SI, MN, HI, BN) ※ボランティア通訳派遣利用により, 各科5言語対応 (EN, ZH, KO, TH, VI) ※ Pocketalk 利用により74言語対応
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | ✓ — EN, ZH, KO (公財)北九州国際交流協会 (賛助会員) |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — ふくおか国際医療サポートセンター活用 (コールセンター, 21言語対応) |
| Other languages | ふくおか国際医療サポートセンター活用 (コールセンター, 21言語対応) |
| Other languages | BN, DE, HI, ID, IT, KM, MN, MY, NE, TL |
| Address | 275, Norimatsu, Kitakyushu Shi Yahatanishi Ku, Fukuoka Ken, 807-0831, Japan 福岡県北九州市八幡西区大字則松275番地 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 4012 北九州 |
| Tel | 093-330-5211 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:8:30–11:00 (初診), 8:00–11:30 (再診) (Sat, Sun & holidays 24-hour emergency outpatient care) |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, JCB, AMEX, Diners Club, DISCOVER |
| Fees for international patients | ¥10 per insurance point (the standard rate is ¥10). Patients without Japanese insurance are charged at this rate. |
Hours, payment methods and support notes come from the Japanese government list; common terms are translated automatically. Check details with the hospital.
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Can I be seen in a language other than Japanese at Saiseikai Yahata General Hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Medical interpreters are available on site. Remote (phone or video) interpretation is also used. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.
Is Saiseikai Yahata General Hospital open 24 hours or for emergencies?
Yes, it is listed as open 24 hours. It provides secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery). In a life-threatening emergency, call 119 for an ambulance.
What if I do not have Japanese health insurance?
You pay the full cost yourself. Bring travel insurance documents if you have them, and ask for an estimate at reception before treatment.
How do I contact Saiseikai Yahata General Hospital or find it?
Phone: 093-330-5211. Address: 275, Norimatsu, Kitakyushu Shi Yahatanishi Ku, Fukuoka Ken, 807-0831, Japan.
Which specialties does Saiseikai Yahata General Hospital list for international patients?
Oncology, cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, and ophthalmology. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.