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JIHJMIPPrefectural hub for international patients
liyama Red Cross Hospital
飯山赤十字病院
Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
liyama Red Cross Hospital is a hospital in Nagano 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 neurology, orthopedics, and ophthalmology. It has 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
- ¥30 per insurance point
Departments and languages: Emergency medicine, Internal medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Dermatology, Neurosurgery, Urology, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Obstetrics, Gynecology: EN, ZH, KO, ES, PT, TL, VI, TH
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | — |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — EN, ZH, KO, RU, ID, ES, PT, MN, FR, FA, TL, NE, VI, TH, HI, Burmese, Cantonese ／8:30–17:15 (every day) |
| Other languages | iPad通訳ソフト |
| Other languages | HI, ID, MN, MY, NE, TL |
| Address | 226-1 liyama,liyama city,Nagano Prefecture 389-2295 長野県飯山市大字飯山226-1 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 2010 北信 |
| Tel | 0269-62-4195 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri: 8:30–11:30 (24-hour emergency outpatient care) Sat, Sun & holidays: 24-hour emergency outpatient care |
| Official website | iiyama.jrc.or.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, JCB, AmerikanExpress |
| 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 liyama Red Cross Hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Vietnamese, and Chinese. Remote (phone or video) interpretation is also used. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.
Is liyama Red Cross 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. This hospital lists a charge of 3× the standard fee schedule for uninsured international patients.
How do I contact liyama Red Cross Hospital or find it?
Phone: 0269-62-4195. Address: 226-1 liyama,liyama city,Nagano Prefecture 389-2295. Official website: https://www.iiyama.jrc.or.jp/.
Which specialties does liyama Red Cross Hospital list for international patients?
Neurology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, fertility & women's health, and pediatrics. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.