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- Languages
- EnglishSpanishKoreanPortuguese+4
- Support
- Interpreter
- Departments
- Orthopedics, Ophthalmology
Yokkaichi Municipal Hospital
市立四日市病院
Prefectural hub for international patients
Yokkaichi Municipal Hospital is a hospital in Mie 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, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Departments include neurology, orthopedics, and dentistry. It has medical interpreters and remote interpreting services.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Spanish · Korean · Portuguese · Russian · Thai · Vietnamese · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥10 per insurance point
Departments and languages: Internal medicine: EN Surgery: EN Pediatrics: EN Dermatology: EN Neurosurgery: EN Urology: EN Orthopedics: EN Ophthalmology: EN ENT: EN Obstetrics & gynecology: EN Dentistry: EN
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | ✓ — 火, 水, 木, 金:PT |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — EN,ZH,KO,PT,ES,VI,RU,TH |
| Other languages | outpatient care by an English-speaking doctor:EN |
| Address | 2-2-37 Shibata, Yokkaichi city, Mie prefecture, 510-8567 三重県四日市市芝田二丁目2-37 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 2401 北勢 |
| Tel | 059-354-1111 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:8:30–17:00 |
| Official website | hospital.city.yokkaichi.mie.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, JCB, AMEX, Diners, 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 Yokkaichi Municipal Hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, 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 Yokkaichi Municipal Hospital open 24 hours or for emergencies?
It provides tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases). Regular hours: 月-金:8:30-17:00. 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 Yokkaichi Municipal Hospital or find it?
Phone: 059-354-1111. Address: 2-2-37 Shibata, Yokkaichi city, Mie prefecture, 510-8567. Official website: https://www.hospital.city.yokkaichi.mie.jp/index.html.
Which specialties does Yokkaichi Municipal Hospital list for international patients?
Neurology, orthopedics, dentistry, ophthalmology, fertility & women's health, and pediatrics. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.