JAPANESE RED CROSS KUMAMOTO HOSPITAL
- Languages
- EnglishKoreanChinese
- Support
- 24-hour ERInterpreter
- Departments
- Neurology, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology +2
Prefectural hub for international patients
National Hospital Organization Kumamoto Medical Center
国立病院機構熊本医療センター
Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
National Hospital Organization Kumamoto Medical Center is a hospital in Kumamoto 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, Korean, and Chinese. Departments include neurology, orthopedics, and dentistry. It has medical interpreters.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Korean · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥30 per insurance point
Departments and languages: Emergency medicine: EN,ZH,KO Internal medicine: EN,ZH,KO Surgery: EN,ZH,KO Pediatrics: EN,ZH,KO Psychiatry: EN,ZH,KO Dermatology: EN,ZH,KO Neurosurgery: EN,ZH,KO Urology: EN,ZH,KO Orthopedics: EN,ZH,KO Ophthalmology: EN,ZH,KO ENT: EN,ZH,KO Obstetrics: EN,ZH,KO Gynecology: EN,ZH,KO Dentistry: EN,ZH,KO その他: EN,ZH,KO
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | ✓ — EN,ZH,KO/来院時随時通訳依頼 |
| Remote interpreting | — |
| Address | 1-5 Ninomaru,Chuo-ku,Kumamoto-city,Kumamoto,860-0008 熊本県熊本市中央区二の丸1-5 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 4312 熊本・上益城 |
| Tel | 096-353-6501 |
| Hours | 月ｰ金: 8:15–11:00 土, 日, holidays: closed |
| Official website | kumamoto.hosp.go.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, AMEX, JCB, UnionPay, Diners Club |
| Fees for international patients | ¥30 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 National Hospital Organization Kumamoto Medical Center?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Korean, and Chinese. Medical interpreters are available on site. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.
Is National Hospital Organization Kumamoto Medical Center open 24 hours or for emergencies?
Yes, it is listed as open 24 hours. It provides tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases). 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. This hospital lists a charge of 3× the standard fee schedule for uninsured international patients.
How do I contact National Hospital Organization Kumamoto Medical Center or find it?
Phone: 096-353-6501. Address: 1-5 Ninomaru,Chuo-ku,Kumamoto-city,Kumamoto,860-0008. Official website: http://kumamoto.hosp.go.jp/.
Which specialties does National Hospital Organization Kumamoto Medical Center list for international patients?
Neurology, orthopedics, dentistry, ophthalmology, fertility & women's health, and pediatrics. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.