musashino general Hospital
- Languages
- EnglishSpanishChinese
- Departments
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Saitama Medical Center
埼玉医科大学総合医療センター
Prefectural hub for international patients
Saitama Medical Center is a hospital in Saitama 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, Thai, and Chinese. Departments include neurology, orthopedics, and dentistry. It has remote interpreting services.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Spanish · French · Korean · Portuguese · Thai · Chinese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥16 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 | ✓ — 受付 (タブレット通訳を利用): 24 hours (EN,ZH,KO,PT,ES), Mon–Fri の10:00–18:00(TH,VIRU,FR,TL) |
| Other languages | Mon–Fri:8:30–11:00 医師による outpatient (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) 他に埼玉県国際交流協会へ依頼 |
| Other languages | TL |
| Address | 1981 kamoda,kawagoeshi, saitama 埼玉県川越市鴨田1981番地 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 1106 川越比企 |
| Tel | 049-228-3400 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:8:30–11:00 (24-hour emergency outpatient care) Sat, Sun & holidays: 24-hour emergency outpatient care |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, AMEX, JCB |
| Fees for international patients | ¥16 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 Saitama Medical Center?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, French, Korean, Portuguese, 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 Saitama Medical Center open 24 hours or for emergencies?
It provides tertiary emergency care (critical care center: life-threatening cases). Regular hours: 月-金:8:30-11:00（救急外来24時間対応) 土日・祝日：救急外来24時間対応. 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 1.6× the standard fee schedule for uninsured international patients.
How do I contact Saitama Medical Center or find it?
Phone: 049-228-3400. Address: 1981 kamoda,kawagoeshi, saitama.
Which specialties does Saitama 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.