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- Languages
- EnglishChineseSpanishFrench+5
- Support
- 24-hour ERInternational officeInterpreter
- Departments
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JIHJMIPPrefectural hub for international patients
Suwa Red Cross Hospital
諏訪赤十字病院
Prefectural hub for international patients24-hour emergency
Suwa 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, Korean, Thai, and Chinese. Departments include neurology, orthopedics, and dentistry. It has remote interpreting services.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Korean · Thai · 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: Emergency medicine: EN, Internal medicine: EN, Surgery: EN, Pediatrics: EN, Psychiatry: EN, Dermatology: EN, Neurosurgery: EN, Urology: EN, Orthopedics: EN, Ophthalmology: EN, ENT: EN, Obstetrics: EN, Gynecology: EN, Dentistry: EN
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | — |
| Remote interpreting | ✓ — NAGANO多言語コールセンターを利用 24 hours: EN,ZH,KO,TH,ID |
| Other languages | POCKETALKにて対応可能な言語: 24 hours |
| Other languages | ID |
| Address | 5-11-50 Kogandori, Suwa, Nagano, 392-8510 長野県諏訪市湖岸通り5丁目11番50号 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 2003 諏訪 |
| Tel | 0266-52-6111 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:8:30–11:00 |
| Official website | suwa.jrc.or.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, AMEX, JCB |
| 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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- Support
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- Support
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- Support
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Can I be seen in a language other than Japanese at Suwa Red Cross Hospital?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Korean, Thai, 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 Suwa Red Cross Hospital 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.
How do I contact Suwa Red Cross Hospital or find it?
Phone: 0266-52-6111. Address: 5-11-50 Kogandori, Suwa, Nagano, 392-8510. Official website: https://www.suwa.jrc.or.jp/.
Which specialties does Suwa Red Cross 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.