NHIS Foreigner Service Center — Seoul (Sindorim)
국민건강보험공단 서울외국인민원센터
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6 recordsAsan Medical Center International Healthcare Center
서울아산병원 국제진료센터
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Samsung Medical Center (SMC) International Healthcare Center
삼성서울병원 국제진료센터
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Severance Hospital International Health Care Center (Yonsei University)
연세대학교 세브란스병원 국제진료소
Severance’s international service supports foreign patients who may find communication within a Korean hospital difficult. It serves as a point for coordinating care; the appropriate clinical department still depends on the patient’s needs.
Seoul National University Hospital (SNUH) International Healthcare Center
서울대학교병원 국제진료센터
The International Healthcare Center is a contact point for international patients using Seoul National University Hospital. For visitors, the useful distinction is between arranging care and visiting a historic institution: a hospital remains a working clinical environment.
Korea Medical Care System & Health Insurance Guide
Practical guidance on medical care tiers (1st, 2nd, 3rd), referral requirements, NHIS coverage rules, and 119 emergency care.
Medical Tiers & Referral
- Tier 1 (Clinics): Neighborhood local clinics for primary care. No referral required.
- Tier 2 (General Hospitals): Secondary facilities with inpatient beds and specialized surgery.
- Tier 3 (Tertiary University Hospitals): Major university teaching hospitals. Requires a referral slip (진료의뢰서) for NHIS insurance discount.
National Health Insurance
Mandatory enrollment for registered residents after 6 months (or immediately upon formal employment). Covers 60–80% of approved treatment, consultations, and prescribed medicine.
Read Full NHIS GuideEmergency 119 & Translation
119 emergency ambulance dispatch is 100% free nationwide. Real-time 3-way multi-language interpretation is available. For open night pharmacies and medical triage, dial 1339.
119 Multilingual Interpretation Guide💡 Frequently asked medical questions in Ask Me: