Wakayama Medical University Hospital
- Languages
- EnglishSpanishFrenchKorean+5
- Support
- 24-hour ERInterpreter
- Departments
- Neurology, Orthopedics, Dentistry +3
Prefectural hub for international patients
Shingu Municipal medical Center
新宮市立医療センター
24-hour emergency
Shingu Municipal medical Center is a hospital in Wakayama Prefecture listed by Japan's Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare as accepting international patients. Languages available: English, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, and Vietnamese. Departments include neurology, orthopedics, and fertility & women's health.
At a glance
- Languages spoken
- English · Spanish · Korean · Portuguese · Russian · Thai · Vietnamese
- Type
- Hospital
- Emergency care
- Secondary emergency care (cases needing admission or surgery)
- Fees for international patients
- ¥15 per insurance point
Departments and languages: Internal medicine: EN Surgery: EN Pediatrics: EN Neurosurgery: EN Urology: EN Orthopedics: EN Obstetrics: EN Gynecology: EN その他: EN
| International patient office | — |
|---|---|
| Medical coordinator | — |
| Medical interpreter on site | — |
| Remote interpreting | — |
| Other languages | 24 hours 医療賠償責任保険加入に付帯のEAJ㈱の電話医療通訳サービス: EN, ZN, KO, RU, ID, MS, ES, PT, ER, DE, TL, NE, VI, TH, IT, KM |
| Other languages | DE, ID, IT, KM, NE, TL |
| Address | 18-7Hachibuse,Shingu,Wakayama,647-0072 和歌山県新宮市蜂伏18番7号 |
|---|---|
| Medical area | 3007 新宮 |
| Tel | 0735-31-3333 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri:7:30–11:30 |
| Official website | hsp.shingu.wakayama.jp |
| Cards accepted | VISA, MASTER, AMEX, DinersClub, JCB |
| Fees for international patients | ¥15 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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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Can I be seen in a language other than Japanese at Shingu Municipal medical Center?
Yes. The official list records support in English, Spanish, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, and Vietnamese. Support can vary by department and time of day, so call ahead to confirm.
Is Shingu Municipal medical Center 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 1.5× the standard fee schedule for uninsured international patients.
How do I contact Shingu Municipal medical Center or find it?
Phone: 0735-31-3333. Address: 18-7Hachibuse,Shingu,Wakayama,647-0072. Official website: http://www.hsp.shingu.wakayama.jp.
Which specialties does Shingu Municipal medical Center list for international patients?
Neurology, orthopedics, fertility & women's health, and pediatrics. Other departments may also see you; ask when you call.